Provo, UT—March 6, 2025

Renowned Afghan pop singer and women’s rights activist Aryana Sayeed has teamed up with the acclaimed Brooklyn Youth Chorus to record the inspiring original song, “We Believe in Hope,” for Angel Studios’ highly anticipated film Rule Breakers. The track, composed by Emmy Award-winning composer Jeff Beal, Joan Beal, and Sayeed, is now available on all major music digital platforms.  

Rule Breakers, set to hit theaters on March 7, 2025, the day before International Women’s Day. The film tells the remarkable true story of Afghanistan’s first all-girls robotics team, a group of young women who defied cultural barriers to pursue their dreams and showcase their ingenuity on a global stage. Sayeed, a prominent voice for Afghan women and a celebrated artist known for her powerful performances, brings her signature passion and authenticity to the project. Her collaboration with the Brooklyn Youth Choir—a talented ensemble of young vocalists—infuses the song with a vibrant, hopeful energy that mirrors the film’s themes of resilience and empowerment.

“Working on ‘We Believe in Hope’ has been a deeply personal and meaningful experience,” said Aryana Sayeed. “This song reflects the spirit of the girls in Rule Breakers—their courage, their dreams, and their unbreakable belief in a better future. Singing alongside the Brooklyn Youth Chorus brought an incredible layer of harmony and optimism to the track, and I’m honored to be part of this inspiring story.”

Watch the video HERE

Listen to the song HERE

The collaboration marks a significant moment for Sayeed, who has long used her platform to advocate for education and equality, themes central to Rule Breakers. Having fled Afghanistan in 2021 following the fall of Kabul, Sayeed’s connection to the film’s narrative is profound, making her contribution both artistically and emotionally resonant.

“We are thrilled to have Aryana Sayeed and the Brooklyn Youth Choir lend their extraordinary talents to Rule Breakers,” said Brandon Purdie, Executive Vice President of Global Theatrical of Angel Studios. “Aryana’s voice and story align perfectly with the film’s message, and the choir’s youthful energy amplifies the hope at its core.” 

“Jeff Beal, Joan Beal, and Aryana Sayeed sculpted a wonderfully upbeat song with ‘We Believe in Hope’ that is the embodiment of what’s possible when we break down barriers to dream big,” continues Ryan Svendsen, Head of Music at Angel Studios.

The official music video, now available on YouTube, features stunning visuals that offer a glimpse into the spirit of Rule Breakers. Fans can stream “We Believe in Hope” on platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music, and tickets for the film are available now at angel.com/rulebreakers.

Rule Breakers is the latest release from Angel Studios. With Sayeed’s soulful performance and the Brooklyn Youth Choir’s dynamic vocals, “We Believe in Hope” sets the stage for a cinematic experience that promises to inspire audiences worldwide.

Rule Breakers is in theaters nationwide on March 7, 2025. Tickets are available at Angel.com

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About Aryana Sayeed

Aryana Sayeed is an Afghan pop sensation and a fearless advocate for women’s rights. With a career spanning continents and languages—including Farsi, Pashto, Uzbek, Hindi and English—she has become one of Afghanistan’s most influential artists. Her accolades include the Afghan Icon Award and the title “Voice of Afghanistan,” earned through her powerful music and unwavering commitment to social change.

About Angel Studios: Angel Studios is a values-based distribution company for stories that amplify light to mainstream audiences. Through the Angel Guild, over 990,000 members from more than 170 different countries help decide what film and television projects the studio will market and distribute. Angel Studios is behind the global box office hit, SOUND OF FREEDOM, which has earned $250 million in theatrical box office. Learn more at Angel.com.

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