Archive · 30 Jan 2026
Indian Artists Nominated for 2026 Grammys
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards are happening on February 1, 2026, in Los Angeles.
Indian artists are making a big splash with nominations in different categories.
Anoushka Shankar is nominated for her EP that mixes classical Indian music with modern sounds.
Shakti, a famous jazz-fusion group, is also nominated for their live album celebrating 50 years of music.
Charu Suri, an Indo-American pianist, is nominated for her album that blends jazz and Indian influences.
Siddhant Bhatia's album inspired by the Kumbh Mela is also nominated.
These nominations show how Indian music is loved and recognized around the world.
The event will be hosted by Trevor Noah for the sixth and final time, and will feature performances by various artists including Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, and more.
The awards will be broadcasted live on CBS, Paramount+, and JioHotstar.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will be held on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles.
Anoushka Shankar is nominated for her EP 'Chapter III: We Return to Light' in the Best Global Music Album category.
Shakti, featuring John McLaughlin and Zakir Hussain, is nominated for 'Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live)' in the Best Global Music Album category.
Charu Suri's album 'Shayan' is nominated in the Best Contemporary Instrumental Album category.
Siddhant Bhatia's 'Sounds of Kumbha,' inspired by the Kumbh Mela, is also nominated in the Best Global Music Album category.
- Who
- Indian artists including Anoushka Shankar, Shakti, Charu Suri, and Siddhant Bhatia
- What
- Nominations for the 68th Annual Grammy Awards
- When
- February 1, 2026
- Where
- Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
- Why
- To recognize outstanding contributions in various music categories
- Event Date
- February 1, 2026
- Event Location
- Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles
- Event Time
- 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT (6:30 AM IST on February 2)
- Host
- Trevor Noah
- Anoushka Shankar's Nominated Work
- Chapter III: We Return to Light
- Shakti's Nominated Work
- Mind Explosion (50th Anniversary Tour Live)
- Charu Suri's Nominated Work
- Shayan
- Siddhant Bhatia's Nominated Work
- Sounds of Kumbha
- Siddhant Bhatia's Background
- Former IIT aspirant, convinced parents to study music
- Sounds of Kumbha Features
- 50+ artists, 12 tracks, 12 music videos
Sources
Indians To Watch Out For At Grammys 2026: All Eyes On Anoushka Shankar, Shakti And Charu Suri
Grammys 2026: When and where to watch the biggest night for music in India
Grammy Awards 2026: When, where and how to watch 68th edition of 'Music's Biggest Night'
Grammy Awards 2026: When And Where To Watch The Biggest Music Event Live
The Rediff Podcast: Will Siddhant Bhatia Win A Grammy?
