Draft:Darshankumar Joshi
Darshankumar Joshi (born 27 December 1989) is an Indian entrepreneur, AI expert, and art director.[1] He founded GraymatterOnline LLP and Coeus Digital Media and contributed to visual projects like The Invisible Man (2020), Mortal Kombat (2021), and The Suicide Squad (2021).[2] In 2022, he co-produced Ilm, one of India's first NFT-funded films, released on Disney+ Hotstar.[3] He is also known for his advocacy on autism awareness and educational equity.[4]
Early life and education
[edit]Joshi was born and raised in Navsari, Gujarat, and displayed early interests in the arts, including music, poetry, and cooking, alongside strong academics.[4] He later earned an advanced IT diploma from the University of Sunderland and both a Bachelor's and PhD in Business Computer Science from the University of Greenwich.[3] Joshi has also shared his experiences on the autism spectrum and how they shaped his resilience.[3]
Career
[edit]Early career
[edit]He began his career in southern Gujarat, then held positions including application developer in France, SEO consultant for a UK firm, and senior IT specialist at Aimtron Corporation.[5][6]
GraymatterOnline LLP
[edit]Founded in 2018, GraymatterOnline wove AI, AR/VR, and Web3 into marketing campaigns for films like Aquaman (2018), The Invisible Man (2020), and The Last of Us Part II (2020).[1][2] In 2021, he also led digital and influencer marketing for Gujarat Tourism.[1]
Coeus Digital Media
[edit]In 2022, Joshi expanded globally with Coeus Digital Media LLC, establishing offices in Dubai and New York, serving as Chief Technology Officer and leading digital transformation initiatives.[6]
Media and immersive projects
[edit]Joshi transitioned into the film and game industry, contributing to visual effects and art direction in: *The Predator* (2018), *The Invisible Man* (2020), *Mortal Kombat* (2021), *Army of the Dead* (2021), and *The Suicide Squad* (2021).[2][4] His producer credit includes the NFT-funded short film *Ilm* (2022) on Disney+ Hotstar.[3]
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Medium | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Aquaman | Film | Art department (additional photography) | Uncredited[2] |
| 2018 | The Predator | Film | Additional art director | |
| 2019 | Ad Astra | Film | Visual effects | |
| 2019 | The Last of Us Part II | Video game | Art department | |
| 2020 | The Invisible Man | Film | Art director | |
| 2020 | What/If | TV miniseries | Art department | |
| 2021 | Mortal Kombat | Film | Art department | Verified via IMDb[7] |
| 2021 | Army of the Dead | Film | Art department | Verified via IMDb[7] |
| 2021 | The Suicide Squad | Film | Art department | Verified via IMDb[7] |
| 2022 | Ilm | Short film | Producer | NFT-funded, premiered on Disney+ Hotstar |
Personal life
[edit]Joshi is based in India and Dubai and has spoken about navigating his career on the autism spectrum, advocating for inclusivity and educational access.[3]
Awards and recognition
[edit]- Profiled in Indian media as a “multifaceted entrepreneur” at the intersection of tech and creativity.[4]
- Featured in Film Daily and Business Standard for contributions to digital media and innovation.[3][2]
External links
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Darshankumar Joshi is global entrepreneur from Gujarat". Retrieved 3 September 2025.
- ^ a b c d e "Darshankumar Joshi makes his way from a digital marketer to the entertainment industry". Business Standard. 27 April 2021.
- ^ a b c d e f "Darshankumar Joshi Talks Autism and Success". Film Daily. 9 January 2023.
- ^ a b c d "DarshanKumar Joshi: The story of a Technopreneur". The Telegraph India. 28 June 2021.
- ^ "Darshankumar Joshi Net Worth, Biography…". Affluense.
- ^ a b "Darshankumar Joshi". LinkedIn. Retrieved 3 September 2025.
- ^ a b c "Darshankumar Joshi – IMDb". IMDb. Retrieved 3 September 2025.