Ahmedabad’s Chandrika Tandon Wins Grammy Award: The Indian-American Business Leader and Singer’s Remarkable Journey
In a historic win at the Grammy Awards, Indian-American singer Chandrika Tandon secured her first-ever Grammy for Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album. This achievement places her among the notable Indian-origin Grammy winners, bringing pride to the country.
Chandrika Tandon’s Grammy Victory
Tandon, a well-known business leader and musician, won the award alongside her South African flutist partner Wouter Kellerman and Japanese cellist Eru Matsumoto. Their collaborative effort in this category was widely appreciated, marking a significant milestone in her musical career.

Who is Chandrika Tandon?
Aged 71, Chandrika Tandon was born into a traditional middle-class family in Chennai. She pursued higher education at IIM Ahmedabad before settling in the United States. Besides being a successful entrepreneur, she is also the elder sister of Indra Nooyi, former CEO of PepsiCo.
In 1992, she founded Tandon Capital Associates and has been deeply involved in business leadership. However, her passion for music remained strong, leading her to train in both Hindustani and Western music. Over the years, she has released six albums, with “Triveni” being the latest.
Grammy 2025: Beyoncé Creates History
The 2025 Grammy Awards also saw Beyoncé become the first Black woman to win a Grammy in the Country Music category. She won the award for Best Country Duo/Group Performance alongside Miley Cyrus for their song II Most Wanted.

Zakir Hussain Omission Sparks Controversy
A controversy arose during the “In Memoriam” segment, where legendary tabla maestro Zakir Hussain was omitted. Fans and music lovers across the globe expressed disappointment over the oversight, criticizing the organizers for neglecting to honor the late music icon.

Grammy 2025 Winners List
- Best Pop Vocal Album – Sabrina Carpenter
- Best Country Song – Kacey Musgraves
- Best New Artist – Chappell Roan
- Best Latin Pop Album – Shakira (Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran)
- Best Country Duo/Group Performance – Beyoncé & Miley Cyrus (II Most Wanted)
- Best Rap Album – Doechii (Alligator Bites Never Heal Song)
- Best Gospel Performance/Song – One Hallelujah
- Best Rock Album – The Rolling Stones (Hackney Diamonds Song)
- Best Rap Performance – Kendrick Lamar (Not Like Us)
- Best Rap Song – Kendrick Lamar (Not Like Us)
Chandrika Tandon’s Grammy win is a testament to her dedication and passion for music, inspiring artists across the globe. Her journey from Ahmedabad’s IIM to the world stage reflects both her entrepreneurial and artistic excellence.