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Prasoon Joshi Warns Against Dystopian AI View, Urges Human Control

Veteran lyricist and CBFC Chairperson Prasoon Joshi addressed the AI Impact Summit 2026, offering his perspective on artificial intelligence in the creative sector. He cautioned against a dystopian view of AI, emphasizing that humans must remain in the "driving seat" regarding its development and application. Joshi hailed the efforts of government leaders and highlighted the summit as a sign of India's serious commitment to shaping an inclusive AI future. The event in New Delhi marks the first international AI summit hosted in the Global South, focusing on responsible and sovereign AI.

Key Points: CBFC's Prasoon Joshi on AI's Creative Impact & India's Vision

  • AI's impact on creative industry
  • Need for acceptance, not denial
  • Human must remain in control
  • India's sovereign AI vision
  • Summit showcases inclusive AI future
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"Dystopian view that human creation over...": CBFC's Prasoon Joshi on AI impact in creative industry

CBFC Chairperson Prasoon Joshi discusses AI's role in creativity at AI Summit 2026, warns against dystopian views, and highlights India's sovereign AI vision.

"It is ultimately our decision what AI will become for us. So, the man should not stop being in the driving seat. - Prasoon Joshi"

New Delhi, February 17

Veteran lyricist and Central Board of Film Certification Chairperson Prasoon Joshi offered his insights on the evolving nature of artificial intelligence, reflecting on India's future.

Speaking to ANI at the AI Summit 2026 on Monday, Joshi hailed the efforts made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and shared, "AI is a great initiative. Everybody involved with it, especially PM Modi, who is far-sighted about it, and also Ashwini Vaishnaw...I believe the entire film fraternity and other industries are looking forward to the AI Summit because it is unprecedented."

Noting the impact of Artificial Intelligence in the creative industry, Joshi added, "We can already see the impact of AI in the creative industry. First thing is acceptance and not staying in denial. There is a dystopian view that human creation over... It is ultimately our decision what AI will become for us. So, the man should not stop being in the driving seat...India has great minds, we have been unkind to our people by calling our innovators 'jugaadu'...This is a way to say that we are serious and we will go ahead with it."

At the event, the CBFC Chairperson explained how the world has been unnecessarily reacting to the negative impact of AI.

"Like other corporate businesses, entertainment industry, primarily indian film industry, is very huge and provides employment to tens of thousands of people. People have to learn new skills to remain relevant," he told ANI.

He highlighted that the government has been putting so much efforts to take India into the realm of AI and advanced nation.

The AI Impact Summit, which kicked off on Monday in New Delhi.

From February 16 to 20, the Impact Summit, the first international AI summit hosted in the Global South, showcases New Delhi's ambition: to shape an AI future that is inclusive, responsible, and impactful. At the core is India's audacious vision for sovereign AI.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Good point about moving beyond the 'jugaadu' label. We have brilliant minds in IITs and startups. If the government provides the right platform, Indian innovation in AI can lead the world. The summit is a step in the right direction.
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Arjun K
Respectfully, I'm not fully convinced. The film industry employs so many junior artists, editors, background score composers. If AI starts writing scripts and composing music, what happens to their jobs? "Learning new skills" is easier said than done for everyone.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see India hosting a major AI summit. The focus on 'sovereign AI' is crucial. We can't let other countries dictate the rules. Hope the discussions lead to concrete policies that protect creative rights while fostering innovation.
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Vikram M
Human creativity has soul, AI has algorithms. A song written by AI will never have the emotion of a Lata Mangeshkar ghazal or the depth of a Gulzar saab's lyric. The man must stay in the driving seat, as Joshi sir says. Well said! 👏
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Karthik V
The key is "acceptance and not staying in denial." We saw this with digital cameras and streaming. The industry adapted and thrived. AI can handle repetitive tasks, freeing up our writers and directors to focus on pure, original storytelling. Exciting times!

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