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🎶 S. J. JANANIY Multi-Global Award-Winning Film Composer • Vocal Virtuoso • Sonic Visionary Welcome to the official world of S. J. Jananiy — a rare confluence of genius, grace, and global musical mastery. An Indian National Awardee and multi-global-award-winning composer, Jananiy is not just a performer but a phenomenon — a child prodigy turned powerhouse who bridges tradition and innovation with breathtaking finesse. A recording artist, composer, playback singer, music producer, sound engineer, and scholar, Jananiy’s artistry traverses Carnatic, Hindustani & Western Classical disciplines. She is an A-Grade All India Radio Artist, a GRAMMY® Voting Member, and a member of the Recording Academy’s Producer & Engineer Wing. With 25+ years of accomplished experience, her music is a synthesis of rigorous training and fearless experimentation. 🌟 From Prodigy to Powerhouse Jananiy’s musical odyssey began at just 5 years old, blossoming into a national sensation when she received the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (National Award) from the Government of India at the age of 7. Since then, she has amassed over 1100 live performances in various genres such as Carnatic, Hindustani Classical, Western Classical Vocal, Spiritual, Devotional, Ghazal, Bhajan, Fusion, Pop, World, Independent Music, Soundtracks, Bollywood, Filmi, Carnatic Classical Instrumental Keyboard, including a historic Jugalbandhi with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia in Paris. 🏆 Global & National Recognitions * Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (National Award) from the Government of India for the year 2001 * GRAMMY®-Nominated Album contributor (Antonio Vergara's The Fury), Los Angeles, California, U.S.A., 2024 * "Kalaimamani" from the Government of Tamil Nadu for the year 2018 * 4x ISSA Awards – International Singer-Songwriters Association, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A., 2023 & 2024 * EmpowHer Award (International Women's Day Empower Award) on 08 March 2026, in the "Excellence in Carnatic/Film category, honoured by SIMATS (Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences) in association with The Times of India TOI - Chennai, received from Ms. Saina Nehwal, Padma Bhushan awardee & Dr N. M. Veeraiyan Marappan, Founder and Chancellor of SIMATS, in the presence of esteemed dignitaries. * 2x World Entertainment Awards, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. 2025 * 4x InterContinental Music Awards, LA, California, U.S.A. 2022-2024 * Gold Award Winner – W.A.M. Awards, Texas, U.S.A., 2023 * 2x NANR New Age Notes Radio Music Awards, for Mantras Album 1 with Indian Trap, Arizona, U.S.A., 2024 * 2x COVR Awards Coalition of Visionary Resources – for Mantras Album 1 with Indian Trap, Pasadena, California, U.S.A., 2024 * Peace Song Award, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A., 2018 * Akademia Awards, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A., 2018 * 8x Global Music Awards, La Jolla, California, U.S.A., 2018, 2019 & 2022 * 9x Clef Music Awards, Mumbai, India, 2024 & 2025 * 2X IRAA Award 2024 – for her production on “Tamil Engal Uyir Moochu”, Mumbai, India, 2022 & 2025 * "Kalai iLamani" Award, from the Government of Tamil Nadu for the year 2002. 🎼 Albums, Films & Sonic Creations: S. J. Jananiy has released 95+ albums/singles across genres — Carnatic, pop, fusion, trap, world music, spiritual, electronic, and film soundtracks.
🎬 She composed for the Tamil feature film "Rail", collaborating with the Bulgarian National Radio Symphony Orchestra, and for the film “Prabha”, featuring the last recorded playback of her Guru Padma Vibhushan Dr. M. Balamuralikrishna.
Her viral mantra "Om Namo Venkatesaya" has amassed 130+ million views on YouTube Shorts and social platforms. 🎤 Collaborations & Labels: Jananiy’s collaborators include icons such as SPB, Hariharan, Srinivas, Vijay Prakash, Deva, and global artists like Indian Trap (LA), Antonio Vergara (South America), Beatboxer Fii (Austria) and more.
She has worked with top labels like JSJ Audio, EMI Virgin, Times Music, Think Music, and iTrap Records. 🎓 Academic Brilliance * ATCL in Western Classical Vocal – Trinity College London * Senior Diploma in Hindustani Vocal * MA & MPhil in Indian Music – Queen Mary’s College * Ph.D. in Music (Pursuing) * Graduate in Economics – Stella Maris College 🌟 S. J. Jananiy's Band “The Eternal” From dynamic improvisations to immersive rhythmic dialogues, The Eternal takes audiences on a journey where heritage meets innovation fused with global sounds. "The Eternal" is not just a fusion band; it is a contemporary musical movement committed to preserving the depth of classical music while making it accessible and exciting for a global audience. A full-length concert by S. J. Jananiy and "The Eternal" is a spectacular musical journey, showcasing Jananiy's incredible versatility across multiple genres, often including: Sacred & Classical: Devotional and rigorous Carnatic Classical in Vocal & Keyboard, Carnatic Fusion pieces. Modern Repertoire: Indian Filmi, S. J. Jananiy's original Indie and Film songs, and International Pop hits. Grand Scale: Featured segments with String Ensembles and a Symphony Orchestra, demonstrating the band's ability to command a world-class sound. 🌐 Beyond Boundaries S. J. Jananiy is a lifelong student of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, and her compositions reflect that meditative depth — from Brahmakumaris chants to empowering anthems like Nari Shakti, and socially conscious works like Friendship Song and Keliri Keliri (Anti-Addiction Song). She owns the 3 DOT Recording Studios and her independent label JSJ Audio, where every note is crafted with precision, purpose, and passion. ✨ The Legacy in Motion In a world constantly changing, Jananiy remains timeless — a voice of devotion, a beacon of innovation, and a custodian of tradition. She’s not just creating music — she’s composing a legacy. 🔗 Explore her sound. Experience her soul.
Welcome to the sound universe of S. J. Jananiy.