Dhurandhar: The Revenge Soundtrack Enters 2027 Grammy Race Across Nine Categories

MUMBAI, Oct 10: The soundtrack of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, starring Ranveer Singh and directed by Aditya Dhar, has entered the international awards conversation after its makers submitted the film’s music for consideration in nine categories at the 2027 Grammy Awards.

The development marks an important step in the film’s effort to reach audiences and music professionals beyond the Indian market. The soundtrack, composed by Shashwat Sachdev, has attracted attention for its mix of musical styles, production techniques and songs that have gained popularity among listeners.

According to entertainment industry reports published on October 10, the film’s production team has begun a Grammy campaign to bring its music to the attention of the Recording Academy. The submissions span categories covering global music, pop, rap, dance and electronic music, along with music created for visual media. However, the entries are submissions for consideration and should not be confused with confirmed Grammy nominations. Aiming for international recognition

The Grammy campaign reflects a broader ambition among Indian filmmakers and composers to secure international recognition for music created for cinema. Indian film soundtracks frequently combine songs, orchestral arrangements, electronic sounds, regional influences and background scores to support storytelling.

With Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the makers are seeking to present the music as a substantial creative work in its own right rather than limiting its reach to the film’s domestic audience.

The campaign was announced by B62 Studios, one of the production houses associated with the project. The announcement placed the soundtrack among Indian film-music releases seeking consideration at one of the world’s best-known music awards. The process is competitive. Submitting work for consideration does not guarantee a nomination or an award. Entries must go through the Recording Academy’s eligibility and voting procedures before the final nominees are announced.

Nevertheless, the campaign gives the film an opportunity to introduce its music to a wider professional audience and highlight the contribution of the composer, singers, lyricists, musicians and production teams involved in creating the album.

Shashwat Sachdev’s contribution

Sachdev’s work is central to the soundtrack’s Grammy push. Reports on the campaign have highlighted the scale of the musical production, noting that he composed 14 songs for Dhurandhar: The Revenge in 11 days. The soundtrack’s submission across different categories reflects the range of material produced for the film.Film music often has to serve several purposes at once. Songs can establish a character’s personality, strengthen the emotional impact of a scene or provide a memorable musical identity for the project. Background music, meanwhile, can create tension, build suspense and help determine the pace of a story.

For a film with an action-driven narrative, the soundtrack can also become an important part of its overall presentation. Rhythmic arrangements, changes in tempo, vocal performances and recurring musical themes may help audiences connect particular sounds with characters or moments in the film.

The international submission gives the production team an opportunity to draw attention to these creative elements. It also puts the spotlight on the composer, whose work must balance the requirements of the film with the independent appeal of its music.

Songs submitted across different categories

The reported entries cover several areas of music production. The original soundtrack has been submitted in the Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media category, while the song Phir Se, performed by Arijit Singh, has been submitted in the Best Song Written for Visual Media category.

Other reported entries include Aari Aari in the Best Asian Pop Music category; Jaan Se Guzarte Hain and Kanhaiya in Best Global Music Performance; Jaiye Sajna, featuring Jasmine Sandlas and Satinder Sartaaj, in Best Pop Duo/Group Performance; Destiny – Mann Atakaya in Best Rap Performance; Waari Jawaan in Best Dance/Electronic Recording; and Hum Pyaar Karne Wale in Best Remixed Recording. The variety of submissions illustrates the different musical directions represented in the project. It also demonstrates how film soundtracks can extend across categories that are usually associated with distinct segments of the music industry.

Each category has its own requirements and competitive field. A soundtrack considered for visual media, for example, is assessed differently from a standalone song or a dance recording. The campaign therefore places different parts of the film’s music before the relevant category voters rather than treating the entire album as a single entry.

The inclusion of Aari Aari in the Best Asian Pop Music category has also drawn attention because of the Grammy Awards’ new category recognising Asian pop music. The category creates an additional avenue for eligible music from the region to be considered within the awards framework. <Cite The importance of the Grammy submission

The Grammy Awards have long been regarded as a major international platform for recorded music. For artists working outside the largest English-language music markets, consideration can provide visibility among industry professionals and listeners who may not otherwise encounter their work.

Indian film music has a distinctive position in the global music landscape. It is often produced as part of a larger cinematic experience, with songs and instrumental compositions designed around the needs of a film. At the same time, individual tracks can develop audiences of their own through streaming services, music videos, concerts and social media.

A campaign such as the one launched for Dhurandhar: The Revenge seeks to bridge those two worlds. It presents the music as part of a successful film while also asking international music professionals to evaluate its individual compositions and production.

The outcome will depend on the formal awards process. Even a wide-ranging submission campaign does not ensure that an entry will progress to the nomination stage. Eligibility, category requirements and voting decisions all influence the final result.

For that reason, the current development is best understood as an effort to secure consideration, rather than confirmation that the film has received a Grammy nomination.

Indian film music looks beyond domestic audiences

The campaign comes amid continued interest in bringing Indian music to wider international audiences. Film producers and music labels increasingly operate in an environment where songs can travel across national boundaries through streaming platforms, online videos and international fan communities.

That reach creates opportunities but also increases competition. A soundtrack must attract listeners who may not know the film, understand its language or be familiar with the cultural references that shape its music.

International awards campaigns can help introduce a project to a broader audience, although recognition ultimately depends on the music itself and the response of the relevant voting body.

The nine-category submission also highlights the collaborative nature of soundtrack production. While composers often lead the creative process, the finished recordings rely on vocalists, lyricists, instrumentalists, sound engineers, producers and other contributors. Recognition for a film soundtrack can therefore bring attention to a much wider group of artists.

For Sachdev and the team behind Dhurandhar: The Revenge, the Grammy campaign offers a chance to showcase that collective work on an international platform.

What happens next?

The next stage is the Recording Academy’s awards process, through which eligible submissions are considered before official nominations are announced. Until that process is completed, the soundtrack’s status remains one of consideration rather than nomination.

The campaign nevertheless represents a significant international step for the film’s music. Its outcome will be watched by fans of the movie and by those following the growing global presence of Indian film soundtracks.

Whether or not the entries advance, the submission has placed Dhurandhar: The Revenge in a wider conversation about the international reach of Indian cinema music. The campaign also highlights the growing interest in presenting film compositions to audiences and industry professionals beyond the markets in which the movies were first released.