DNEG'S AI UNIT BRAHMA RAISES $150M AT $2B VALUATION

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THU, SEP 24, 2026

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Brahma AI, the artificial intelligence division of VFX company DNEG, secured $150 million in funding led by Indian PE firm Multiples. The round values the company at $2 billion post-money.

Brahma AI generates AI-powered audiovisual content for enterprise customers, counting Warner Bros. and the NBA among its clients. The funding round expands the company's war chest as demand for AI-generated media accelerates across entertainment and sports sectors. Multiples led the investment, signaling growing confidence from Indian institutional investors in AI infrastructure plays. The deal reflects broader trends of established media companies investing in generative AI capabilities to streamline production workflows and reduce costs. DNEG, known for visual effects work on major Hollywood productions, launched Brahma as a dedicated AI unit to capitalize on enterprise demand for automated content creation. The $2 billion valuation positions Brahma among India's emerging AI startups commanding significant market value, despite the crowded landscape of generative AI companies.

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