Ilustrious alumnus of our school, Sanchit Balhara, pens music for hit Bollywood film 'War 2'
Sanchit Balhara, a renowned film score composer for Bollywood blockbusters, embarked on an inspiring journey that took him from classical music training to becoming one of India's most sought-after composers.
Balhara's foundation was laid with strong classical music training, providing him with a solid understanding of music theory and composition. This early education proved to be invaluable as he ventured into the contemporary world of film scoring.
Seeking to expand his skills, Balhara enrolled at a prestigious music production and sound engineering school in London—Point Blank Music School. Here, he mastered production techniques and sound design, enabling him to transition from traditional classical music to contemporary film scoring [1][2][3].
Balhara's breakthrough came with the Bollywood blockbuster 'Bajirao Mastani' in 2015. His ability to blend classical influences with cinematic storytelling earned him recognition in the industry [2][3]. The film won over 30 awards and swept India's biggest music trophies.
Following 'Bajirao Mastani', Balhara continued to build his reputation through collaborations on prestigious projects, including composing original themes for high-profile films like 'Pathaan', where he co-composed instrumental themes in a big-budget Bollywood release alongside his brother Ankit Balhara [5].
The school Balhara attended collaborates with Central Film School, offering students opportunities to connect with the TV and film industry. It caters to students regardless of their location or aspirations, aiming to help make their dreams a reality. The school offers degrees and short courses in various fields such as DJing, music production, sound engineering, vocal performance, software engineering, radio, and songwriting.
Moreover, the school provides free access to various resources, including free courses, plugins, projects, samples, and more. To access these resources, one needs to create an account on the school's website. The school's industry connections and expert instructors provide students with the insight, skills, and professional network needed to kickstart their career in music, TV, or film.
Balhara's favourite module at the music school was Sound Design, demonstrating the importance of this skill in his work. His music is known for building character identities and developing distinct themes.
As 'War 2', a highly anticipated Bollywood movie starring Hritik Roshan, Anil Kapoor, Tiger Shroff, and Kiara Advani, is set to release on 14th August 2025, Balhara and his brother, Ankit Balhara, are composing the music for the film.
With campuses in London, LA, Ibiza, and online courses, the school continues to nurture the next generation of music, TV, and film professionals, providing them with the tools to create their own success stories.
[1] https://www.pointblankmusicschool.com/courses/ba-hons-music-production-sound-engineering [2] https://www.hindustantimes.com/music/sanchit-balhara-on-his-journey-from-classical-music-to-film-scoring/story-E62rGZQW36nzE4KoX7J7cN.html [3] https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/music/sanchit-balhara-on-his-journey-from-classical-music-to-film-scoring-882987.html [4] https://www.indiawest.com/entertainment/bollywood/bollywood-music/sanchit-balhara-on-his-journey-from-classical-music-to-film-scoring/article_2e0f350a-9b9a-50e2-963a-b2d345c4d1c3.html [5] https://www.filmfare.com/bollywood/news/sanchit-balhara-and-ankit-balhara-to-compose-the-music-of-pathaan-743070/
Sanchit Balhara, having navigated the diverse world of music from classical to contemporary film scoring, acknowledged the role of Point Blank Music School in his learning journey. The school, with its connections in entertainment industries such as movies and TV, offered him a chance to expand his skills and transition smoothly into his career.
