Warner Bros. Pictures has announced a new collaboration with JOAT Films and India’s Bhanushali Studios, marking a significant step in its strategy to broaden its footprint in key international markets.

Bringing his decades of industry knowledge to the project is Jack Nguyen of JOAT Films, who joins as co-producer under his ongoing first-look deal with Warner Bros. Pictures. 

A seasoned professional with over 30 years of experience, Nguyen has long specialised in Asian productions. He founded JOAT Films to focus on developing and producing stories with strong cinematic appeal, particularly from the region.

Development is already underway on the first project in this partnership, with further details on creative teams and production schedules expected in due course.

The alliance signals Warner Bros. Pictures’ continued interest in culturally rooted storytelling, aiming to blend global standards with local narratives in a bid to deliver compelling content to audiences worldwide.
 
Denzil Dias, vice president and managing director, India, Warner Bros. Pictures said, "India represents one of the world's most vibrant and sophisticated film markets, with audiences who deeply appreciate authentic, locally rooted narratives. This partnership allows us to combine our storytelling heritage with exceptional local talent to create films that will resonate profoundly with Indian audiences while maintaining the universal appeal that defines great cinema."

Vinod Bhanushali, founder and chairman, Bhanushali Studios, added, "We're incredibly excited to partner with Warner Bros. Pictures, a studio that has shaped cinematic history across generations. This collaboration represents a unique opportunity to reimagine the stories by Warner Bros. Pictures through an Indian creative lens, blending emotion, scale, and culture for audiences both at home and internationally."

Nguyen added, "I'm excited to partner with BSL to adapt Warner Bros. Pictures on titles that will resonate with Indian audiences. Warner Bros. Pictures has an unparalleled library from which we will carefully curate select titles for the vibrant Indian market."