Shashwat Sachdev Celebrates Second National Award for Best Music Direction

Celebrating a Remarkable Achievement

Music composer Shashwat Sachdev expressed heartfelt gratitude upon receiving his second National Award for Best Music Direction for the film Article 370. The announcement of the 72nd National Film Awards was made by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting at the National Media Centre in New Delhi on July 18. This year's awards honor films certified by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) from January 1 to December 31, 2024. Shashwat reflected on his journey, emphasizing that this recognition is the result of years filled with hard work, uncertainty, and unwavering faith in his musical abilities. He entered the film industry driven solely by his passion for music, without any connections.

In his emotional response to the award, he dedicated this prestigious accolade to his family and his creative team, particularly filmmaker Aditya Dhar, who co-produced and co-wrote Article 370. His touching message resonated with fans and colleagues in the film industry, who congratulated him on this significant achievement.

Shashwat Sachdev's Full Statement

Shashwat Sachdev's full statement after National Film Award win

"I came into cinema with no inheritance and only a deep love for music, so this National Award feels like a beautiful pause to look back at every uncertain day, every quiet sacrifice, and every person who stood by me before there was anything to celebrate. I share this with my family, my team, and especially Aditya Dhar, whose faith in me has shaped so much of this journey. The love I have received lately has been deeply moving, and this honour makes me feel grateful for everyone who helped me become the artist I am still becoming."

The Music of Article 370

Article 370's music

Released in 2024, Article 370 features a soundtrack composed by Shashwat Sachdev, with lyrics penned by Osho Jain, Sudhanshu Saria, Kumaar, and Shashwat himself. The album includes tracks such as Ishq Tera, Main Hoon, Aandhi, Dua, Man Tujhe Phir Miloongi, Najariya LoFi Cake Mix, and Masters of the World. The music blends emotional melodies with a powerful score that complements the film's political and action-oriented narrative.

Cast and Plot of Article 370

About Article 370's cast, plot and more

In the film, Yami Gautam portrays Zooni Haksar, an intelligence officer on a critical mission concerning the abrogation of Article 370 in Jammu and Kashmir, directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale. Priyamani plays Rajeshwari Swaminathan, a senior bureaucrat in the Prime Minister’s Office, who covertly recruits Zooni for a vital National Investigation Agency operation. The cast also includes Arun Govil, Kiran Karmarkar, Vaibhav Tatwawadi, Ashwini Kaul, and Skand Thakur in significant roles.

Shashwat Sachdev's Contributions

Shashwat Sachdev's work

Co-produced and co-written by Aditya Dhar, Article 370 has garnered multiple National Awards, including Best Feature Film and Best Actress for Yami Gautam. Shashwat is known for his collaborations with Aditya Dhar, having composed music for Uri: The Surgical Strike and the recent hits Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge. His portfolio also includes works like The Ba***ds of Bollywood, Veere Di Wedding, and Phillauri.