Hollywood filmmaker Michael Bay teams up with AR Rahman for Bhanushali Studios project

Hollywood filmmaker Michael Bay is officially set to enter Indian cinema with an upcoming project backed by Bhanushali Studios Limited. The film will be directed by Anthony D’Souza and feature music by Oscar-winning composer A R Rahman, bringing together an interesting mix of global and Indian talent.

Confirming the collaboration, an official statement from the production house read, “Proclaimed Filmmaker, Michael Bay to creatively collaborate with Bhansali Studios Limited for an Anthony D'Souza directorial with music by maestro A R Rahman…”

The statement further added, “Bhanushali Studios Limited led by Vinod Bhanushali is all set to creatively collaborate with Hollywood's visionary storyteller, Michael Bay, who has given us high grossing films like Bad Boys, Armageddon, Pearl Harbor, The Transformers Franchise, A Quiet Place Franchise and so much more.”

Calling the project a high-energy entertainer, the note also said, “This adrenaline-charged project will be directed by Anthony D'Souza, the filmmaker known for high-scale entertainers such as Boss, Blue, and Azhar. Adding to the team is none other than India's musical maestro A R Rahman who has taken Indian stories and music to the global platform.”

About Michael Bay


Michael Bay is best known for his big-budget action films including Bad Boys, Armageddon, Pearl Harbor, The Rock, Transformers, 13 Hours: The Secret Soldiers of Benghazi, Ambulance and 6 Underground. His collaboration with Indian filmmakers marks a major crossover moment and has already sparked curiosity about what this global-meets-local project will bring to the big screen.

About AR Rahman

AR Rahman, often called the “Mozart of Madras,” is one of the most influential music composers in the world. Winner of two Academy Awards, two Grammys, a BAFTA, and a Golden Globe, Rahman has redefined Indian film music with his unique blend of Indian classical, electronic, world, and orchestral arrangements. Known for iconic soundtracks like Roja, Dil Se, Lagaan, Slumdog Millionaire, and Rockstar, Rahman’s work spans Bollywood, Tamil cinema, and international projects. Beyond films, his concerts and global collaborations showcase his versatility. With timeless A R Rahman songs, he continues to inspire generations through music that transcends borders.


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