Sanjay Leela Bhansali launches music label

Mumbai: Filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali on Thursday launched his music label Bhansali Music.

Bhansali, who is set to make his streaming debut with Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar, has previously composed music for his films Guzaarish, Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and Gangubai Kathiawadi.

Through the label, the director-composer aims to collaborate with talented musicians and artists "to produce captivating compositions for his films and memorable independent albums," a press release said.

"Music brings me great joy and peace. It's an integral part of my being. I am now launching my own music label Bhansali Music."

"I wish the audience to experience the same joy and spiritual connect that I feel when I listen to or create music," Bhansali said in a statement.

In 2022, the director released his first original music album, Sukoon.

Bhansali is looking forward to the premiere of his Netflix series Heeramandi. His next feature film is Love & War, starring Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal.