Sanjay Leela Bhansali is not just a filmmaker; he is one of Indian cinema’s most visionary storytellers. A true master of storytelling emotion music and visual grandeur Bhansali has crafted films that feel timeless yet urgent deeply personal yet universally resonant. His ability to transport audiences through eras emotions and cultures echoes the genius of legends like Raj Kapoor Guru Dutt and K. Asif. With every project Bhansali elevates Indian cinema to a global stage earning international acclaim while staying rooted in Indian aesthetics and soul. Now as anticipation soars for his upcoming magnum opus Love & War a film being mounted on a scale even grander than his past ventures it’s the perfect moment to look back at five Bhansali masterpieces that didn’t just win hearts at home but made a significant impact across the world. Khamoshi: The Musical Bhansali’s directorial debut Khamoshi starring Salman Khan and Manisha Koirala was a deeply emotional tale that marked the arrival of a distinctive cinematic voice. The story of a hearing daughter in a deaf-mute family resonated universally inspiring global adaptations like La Famille Bélier and the Oscar-winning CODA. This film established Bhansalis signature style deep emotion woven seamlessly with music and proved that Indian stories could touch hearts across borders. Black With Black Bhansali delivered a cinematic marvel that pushed artistic boundaries. Inspired by the life of Helen Keller this poignant tale of a deaf-blind girl and her teacher was universally lauded for its soul-stirring performances and masterful direction. Black was included in Time Magazine’s list of the 10 Best Movies of the Year (2005) and received accolades globally including praise from the Academy. It reaffirmed Bhansalis place among the world’s finest directors capable of blending sensitivity with cinematic scale. Devdas Devdas was a cultural phenomenon a stunning retelling of a tragic love story wrapped in unmatched opulence. Starring Shah Rukh Khan Aishwarya Rai and Madhuri Dixit the film premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2002 and was India’s official entry to the Oscars that year. With its lavish sets haunting music and visual poetry Devdas became a symbol of Indian cinematic grandeur winning hearts from Paris to Tokyo and influencing filmmakers around the world. Gangubai Kathiawadi A bold feminist narrative told on an epic scale Gangubai Kathiawadi showcased Bhansali’s evolution as a storyteller. The film received a standing ovation at the Berlin Film Festival and dominated Netflix’s global non-English film charts becoming the most-watched Indian film worldwide on the platform. Alia Bhatt’s unforgettable performance combined with Bhansali’s meticulous world-building made Gangubai a landmark in global storytelling. Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar Bhansali’s foray into OTT with Heeramandi marked a new chapter in his career and Indian content history. With grand palaces ornate courtyards regal costumes and layered storytelling Heeramandi captured the imagination of audiences across continents. It became the most-watched Indian web series in its debut week garnering 4.5 million viewers and 33 million watch hours and it trended in 43 countries solidifying Bhansalis digital dominance and international appeal. On the workfront Sanjay Leela Bhansali were next be seen directing one of the biggest films ever Love and War starring Ranbir Kapoor Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt