Armenian-American producer Sev Ohanian has made Grammy history as his latest film, “Sinners,” earns five nominations at the 68th Annual Grammy Awards, placing it among the most-nominated films of all time and marking a defining moment for Armenian representation in Hollywood.
The film, directed by Ryan Coogler and produced by Sev Ohanian alongside Ryan and Zinzi Coogler, has been recognized across five major categories for its powerful score, original songs, and compilation soundtrack, bridging the worlds of cinema and music with extraordinary artistry.
Nominations
The nominations “Sinners” received at the 2026 Grammy Awards include:
- Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media (Film and Television) — Ludwig Göransson for “Sinners”
- Best Song Written for Visual Media — “I Lied to You” (Raphael Saadiq & Ludwig Göransson), performed by Miles Caton
- Best Song Written for Visual Media — “Pale, Pale Moon” (Ludwig Göransson & Brittany Howard), performed by Jayme Lawson
- Best Song Written for Visual Media — “Sinners” (Leonard Denisenko, Rod Wave, Travis Harrington, Tarkan Kozluklu, Kyris Mingo & Darius Povilinus), performed by Rod Wave
- Best Compilation Soundtrack for Visual Media — Various Artists for “Sinners”
Set in the 1930s Mississippi Delta, “Sinners” masterfully weaves together elements of Southern Gothic, supernatural horror, and musical drama, exploring themes of faith, guilt, and survival through a mix of haunting imagery and spiritual storytelling.
Composer Ludwig Göransson’s evocative, gospel-infused score, blending blues, soul, and period-authentic sounds, plays a central role in the film’s emotional depth and cultural resonance. The official soundtrack, which merges gospel, blues, and soul influences, has received widespread recognition for its emotional and artistic range, reinforcing the film’s musical and narrative power.
With five nominations, “Sinners” joins the ranks of legendary films such as “The Bodyguard,” “Purple Rain,” and “A Star Is Born,” placing it among the most celebrated movie soundtracks in Grammy history.
Following its critical acclaim, “Sinners” opened in theaters to major success, earning $48 million domestically and $15.4 million internationally, for a total of $61 million worldwide — a testament to its broad cultural and commercial appeal.
For Sev Ohanian, whose Armenian-American heritage and acclaimed work on films such as “Searching,” “Run,” and “Judas and the Black Messiah” have defined his career, this recognition marks a milestone not only in Hollywood but for Armenian representation worldwide. His success continues to spotlight Armenian creativity and excellence on the global stage.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards will take place on February 1, 2026, at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, where “Sinners” will compete across five major categories.
