S. J. Jananiy

🌟 🎶 S. J. JANANIY : Multi-Global Award-Winning 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 Film 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 30 years of accomplished experience, her music is a synthesis of rigorous training and fearless experimentation.

🌟 From Prodigy to Powerhouse

Jananiy’s musical journey 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 performed in over 1100 live shows, including a historic Jugalbandhi with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia in Paris.

🌟 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.

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, including a historic Jugalbandhi with Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia in Paris.

🏆 Global & National Recognitions TO MENTION A FEW

• Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (National Award) from the Government of India for the year 2001
• "Kalaimamani" from the Government of Tamil Nadu for the year 2018
• "Kalai iLamani" Award, from the Government of Tamil Nadu for the year 2002
• Idea Jalsa's “Rising Star” Indian national Award from Indian Music Academy, Mumbai, India, convened by Sangeet Martand Pandit Jasraj & Pt. Durga Jasraj for the year 2009
• “Yuva Kala Bharathi” Award from Bharat Kalachar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India for the year 2012
• “Sangita Kovidha” Award from Delhi Tamil Sangam, Rohini, New Delhi, for the year 2015
• Peace Song Award, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. for the year 2018
• Akademia Awards, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. for the year 2018
• 10x Global Music Awards, California, La Jolla, U.S.A. for the years 2018, 2019 & 2022
• 4x InterContinental Music Awards, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. for the years 2022, 2023, 2024
• Gold Award Winner – W.A.M. Awards, Texas, U.S.A. for the year 2023
• 4x ISSA Awards – International Singer-Songwriters Association, Atlanta, Georgia for the years 2023 & 2024
• 2x NANR New Age Notes Radio Music Awards, for Mantras Album 1 with Indian Trap, Arizona, U.S.A. for the year 2024
• 2x COVR Awards Coalition of Visionary Resources – for Mantras Album 1 with Indian Trap, Pasadena, California, U.S.A. for the year 2024
• 9x Clef Music Awards, Mumbai, India, for the year 2024
• IRAA Award 2024 – for her production on “Tamil Engal Uyir Moochu”, Mumbai, India, for the year 2024
• GRAMMY®-Nominated Album contributor (Antonio Vergara's The Fury), Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. for the year 2024
• World Entertainment Award, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. for the year 2025 & 2026 
• EmpowHer Award (International Women's Day Empower Award) o8 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 this award from Ms. Saina Nehwal, Padma Bhushan awardee and the first Indian badminton player to have won an Olympic medal & Dr N. M. Veeraiyan Marappan, Founder and Chancellor of SIMATS, in the presence of Registrar Dr Sheeja Varghese, Trustee Dr V. Saveetha Rajesh, and Director Dr Ramya Deepak.

🎼 Albums, Films & Sonic Creations:

S. J. Jananiy has released 90+ albums 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 160+ million views on YouTube Shorts and social platforms.

🎤 Collaborations & Labels:

Jananiy’s collaborators include icons from India such as SPB, Hariharan, Srinivas, Vijay Prakash, Deva, and global artists/ensembles like Indian Trap (LA), GRAMMY®-Nominated Antonio Vergara, Beatboxer Fii, Bulgarian Symphony Orchestra, GRAMMY® Winning Venezuela Strings Recording Ensemble, GRAMMY® Winner M. B. Gordy, Vito Gregoli, GRAMMY®-Nominated Mak Grgic, among others. 
She has worked with top labels like JSJ Audio, EMI Virgin, Times Music, Think Music, and iTrap Records.

🌟🏆 JURY:

Jananiy serves as the jury for the following International Awards: ISSA Awards – International Singer-Songwriters Association, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S.A. & ICMA Awards - InterContinental Music Awards, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A. 

🎓 Academic Brilliance

Education:

• Graduate in Economics – Stella Maris College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• MA & MPhil in Indian Music – Queen Mary’s College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
• Ph.D. in Music (Pursuing) – Queen Mary’s College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Musical Qualification:

• ATCL in Western Classical Vocal – Trinity College London
• Grade 8 in Western Classical Vocal - Trinity College London
• Grade 8 in Western Classical Keyboard – Trinity College London
• Grade 8 in Western Classical Theory – Trinity College London
• Senior Diploma in Hindustani Vocal, Prayag Sangeet Samiti, Allahabad, India

🥇Viral & Most-Viewed Indian Spiritual/Devotional Composition by S. J. Jananiy, an Independent Woman Composer (Non-film, non-paid, organic)

Work:

• Om Namo Venkatesaya — 280M+ organic views in 16K YouTube Shorts & 1 lAKH Meta Reels (Facebook & Instagram) 

🥇Trending Independent Song "Nari Shakti (Women's Day Song) by S. J. Jananiy, an Independent Woman Composer (Non-film, non-paid, organic)

Work:

• Nari Shakti (Women's Day Song) — 22K Meta Reels (Facebook & Instagram) 

🌐 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 A & B (Studio A - State-of-the-Art Stereo Mix-Master Set-Up & Studio B 9.1.4 Dolby Atmos Home Renderer HE Suite) 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 : https://www.flowcode.com/page/jananiysj

S. J. Jananiy is the recipient of the EmpowHER Awards 2026 in the Excellence in Music (Carnatic/Film) category, the awards presented by Saveetha Institute of Medical and Technical Sciences (SIMATS) in association with The Times of India TOI - Chennai, on the special occasion of International Women's Day 08 March 2026.

S. J. Jananiy received this award from Ms. Saina Nehwal, Padma Bhushan awardee and the first Indian badminton player to have won an Olympic medal & Dr N. M. Veeraiyan Marappan, Founder and Chancellor of SIMATS, in the presence of Registrar Dr Sheeja Varghese, Trustee Dr V. Saveetha Rajesh, and Director Dr Ramya Deepak.

This recognition is rooted in merit and a rigorous, audited framework. The awards recognise women who have made significant contributions to India's social, economic, cultural, scientific, or public development, reflecting the country’s commitment to celebrating women professionals leading positive change, and for continued contribution toward building a stronger India.