UNSPECIFIED – CIRCA 1970: Photo of Scorpions Photo by Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

The legendary German rock band Scorpions will be celebrated in a new biopic titled *Wind of Change*, which will detail their rise to fame and efforts to promote global unity, as reported by Deadline.

Named after their iconic 1991 hit, “Wind of Change,” the film highlights the song that became Scorpions’ biggest success, topping charts worldwide and peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. Lead singer Klaus Meine wrote the song after performing at the 1989 Moscow Music Peace Festival, inspired by the changing political landscape as the Cold War ended.

Producer Asghar Afshar shared, “When my family fled Iran and came to the United States, the Scorpions’ music changed my life – if not saved it. I hope that by telling the Scorpions’ story, we can bring some of that same inspiration to the world.”

Scheduled to begin production in Europe later this year, *Wind of Change* aims for a 2025 release, coinciding with the band’s 60th anniversary. Guitarist Rudolf Schenker hinted at a potential celebration involving former band members, emphasizing their enduring connections and the power of music to foster friendships.

Fans can look forward to a film that not only celebrates Scorpions’ journey to stardom but also their impact on global unity through their music.