Vaibhav Joshi is an Indian poet, lyricist, writer, and performer known primarily for his work in the Marathi entertainment industry. He has written lyrics for numerous Marathi films, television projects, albums, and other musical productions. His writing is recognized for its poetic quality, emotional depth, and ability to connect literary expression with contemporary cinema and popular music.
Joshi has contributed lyrics to films including Anandi Gopal, Panghrun, Me Vasantrao, Muramba, Rama Madhav, Poshter Girl, Highway, Mala Kahich Problem Nahi, Juna Furniture and several other projects. He has also written Hindi lyrics, including songs for Antim: The Final Truth such as “Chingari” and “Vighnaharta.”Vaibhav Joshi has built a multifaceted career as a poet, lyricist, writer, and performer. Alongside film songwriting, he has published poetry collections and has been involved in television writing and creative programming. His published books include “Mi Vagaire,” “Mhanje Kasa Ki,” and “Kaal Sarkat Raahila.”
His film-lyric career includes work across Marathi cinema, with notable projects such as Muramba, Anandi Gopal, Panghrun, and Me Vasantrao. His lyrics have also earned recognition through major Marathi awards. He received the Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Lyricist for Muramba and Anandi Gopal, and his work has also been recognized at the Filmfare Marathi Awards.
For Me Vasantrao, Joshi wrote “Kaivalyagaan,” which received the Filmfare Award for Best Lyricist – Marathi. He was also recognized at the Maharashtra State Film Awards for “Punav Raticha” from the same film.
Joshi has also contributed to television, including writing and creative work for programs such as Sur Nava Dhyas Nava and Maanacha Mujara. His television writing credits include title songs and lyrics for Marathi and Hindi serials such as Jai Jai Swami Samarth and Tula Pahate Re.
His work demonstrates a strong connection between poetry and cinema, with lyrics ranging from deeply emotional and romantic compositions to devotional, historical, and socially themed songs. Profession: Lyricist, Poet, Writer, Performer Nationality: Indian Primary Language: Marathi Genres: Film Lyrics, Poetry, Television, Theatre and Literary Writing Years Active: 2000s–Present