God Sent the Wind: Kooman Brothers Say the Holy Spirit Showed Up on Set of New Biblical Blockbuster 'Daniel'

Kooman Brothers Reveal Miraculous Moments on Set of New Biblical Epic 'Daniel' Starring Mena Massoud

Canadian filmmaking brothers Matthew, Daniel, and Andrew Kooman are opening up about supernatural experiences that took place during the production of their upcoming biblical epic, "Daniel," set to hit theaters in 2026.

The Kooman Brothers, who have been making films together for 20 years through their company Unveil Studios, raised $1.2 million through one of the most successful faith based crowdfunding campaigns in recent memory to bring the story of the prophet Daniel to the big screen.

The film, which stars Mena Massoud of Disney's "Aladdin" in the title role, focuses on the first dramatic months of the Jewish exile into Babylon. Set in 597 BC, the story follows Daniel and his companions Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego as they are tested under the rule of King Nebuchadnezzar.

Wind blew like actual winds blew in. Trees were blowing. Tents were literally flying off the set.

Daniel Kooman described the powerful moment during filming in India, where the crew experienced unexplained weather phenomena that they attributed to God's presence on set.

Matthew Kooman noted the striking irony of shooting the scene depicting King Nebuchadnezzar's golden statue near locations in India where people still worship physical idols today.

The filmmakers prioritized biblical accuracy above all else, having their script vetted by pastors, theologians, and biblical historians. A Hebrew Old Testament scholar who reviewed the script reportedly called it the most accurate of any biblical films they had examined. Cast members kept Bibles on set to verify details, and several scenes use verbatim Scripture quotations.

Elijah Alexander, known for his role in "The Chosen," has also joined the cast as King Nebuchadnezzar. Producer Travis Mann, the executive producer behind the $110 million faith based hit "I Can Only Imagine," rounds out the production team. Music legend Michael W. Smith recorded a new version of "Awesome God" for the film's soundtrack, with his son Tyler Michael Smith composing the full score.

Inside the Making of the 'Daniel' Movie: How the Kooman Brothers Are Bringing Scripture to Life on Screen

The brothers grew up in a Bible focused home, and after the 2020 pandemic shutdown, they revisited the story of Daniel as uniquely relevant to the current cultural moment. Their creative approach centers on Daniel and his companions as young men, an angle they felt had never been fully explored in film before.

The Kooman Brothers hope "Daniel" becomes the first installment of a larger biblical series, and that audiences will walk away with the courage to share their faith boldly in a world that increasingly demands silence.

The Crusader's Opinion

This is exactly what the Church needs right now. While Hollywood pumps out godless filth and mocks everything sacred, three brothers from Canada are putting their own money and reputations on the line to bring actual Scripture to the big screen. And God showed up on set. Literally. The wind of the Holy Spirit blew through that production like a sign from Heaven itself.

We need more of this. We need believers who refuse to water down the Word for a secular audience. Daniel stood before the most powerful king on earth and refused to bow. That is the spirit every Christian needs in 2026.

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• Support the film: Visit UnveilTV.com to follow the Daniel movie project, sign up for updates, and share the trailer when it drops.
• Invest in faith based film: Check out the Daniel movie campaign on Wefunder to learn about supporting the production financially.
• Share this story with your church, small group, and on social media. Tag the Kooman Brothers and help build momentum for a film that honors God's Word.
• Pray for the production team, the cast, and the release of this film. Pray that it reaches millions and inspires a new generation to read the Book of Daniel.
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