The 68th annual Grammy Awards took place on February 1, 2026, at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, celebrating the best recordings, compositions, and artists from August 31, 2024, to August 30, 2025. The night delivered unforgettable musical performances, bold fashion, and remarkable wins, with artists from around the globe making their mark.
Indian Fashion Takes Center Stage
This year, Indian fashion received global recognition on the Grammy red carpet. American singer Kelsea Ballerini stunned in a fully beaded, backless gown paired with Sabyasachi earrings and a statement ring. Similarly, Raja Kumari embraced her Indian roots in a dual-tone Sabyasachi saree featuring statement earrings and a tiny black bindi.
Another highlight was Lara Raj, of Indian-Sri Lankan descent, who wore her signature bedazzled ‘Om’ necklace and a sleek maang tikka, setting herself apart in coordinated white ensembles with her girl group Katseye. The red carpet truly celebrated Indian craftsmanship on a global platform.
Bold & Daring Red Carpet Moments
Music’s biggest night also showcased daring fashion. Chappell Roan turned heads in a sheer maroon Mugler gown with faux nipple rings, a medieval-inspired cape, and elaborate faux tattoos. The gown, reimagined from Mugler’s 1998 archival collection, was one of the most talked-about looks, leaving social media buzzing.
Meanwhile, Lady Gaga wowed in a dramatic black feather gown, and Tyla stunned in a flapper-style dress. Justin and Hailey Bieber opted for coordinated black looks, adding an understated elegance to the star-studded evening.
Surprising & Viral Performances
The Grammys were also memorable for jaw-dropping performances. Justin Bieber performed “Yukon” in purple satin boxer shorts, paired with black socks, flaunting his tattoos and abs. The daring fashion choice quickly went viral online
One user wrote, “Is this a humiliation ritual?”. Another user wrote, Terrible performance. So much for a classy comeback.” “Why is he in his boxers?” “Really, really disgusting. That’s disrespectful, they should have thrown him out. Drug addict, bad example,” wrote the third user. Another X user wrote, “He is a very damaged human. That doesn’t even count as a song in my book.”
BLACKPINK’s Rosé opened the show with Bruno Mars, delivering a high-energy rendition of “APT.” Rosé wore a white sleeveless top and tie, sharing a single microphone with Mars while dancing and embracing him at the climax.
Katseye joined the stage alongside Best New Artist nominees, while Broadway stars Darren Criss and Helen G. Shen performed Maybe Happy Ending during the Premiere Ceremony.
Major Winners at Grammys 2026
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Album of the Year: Bad Bunny – Debí Tirar Más Fotos
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Record of the Year: Kendrick Lamar with SZA – Luther
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Song of the Year: Billie Eilish – Wildflower
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Best Pop Solo Performance: Lola Young – Messy
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Best Pop Vocal Album: Lady Gaga – Mayhem
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Best New Artist: Olivia Dean
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Best Rap Album: Kendrick Lamar – GNX
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Best R&B Performance: Kehlani – Folded
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Best Global Music Performance: Bad Bunny – EoO
Other winners included Turnstile, Dream Theater, Burna Boy, FKA Twigs, Rhiannon Giddens & Justin Robinson, Bon Iver, and Skrillex, highlighting a diverse mix of genres.
Celebrity Couples & Red Carpet Glam
Couples graced the red carpet with style. Justin and Hailey Bieber, Reba McEntire with Rex Linn, Gloria and Emilio Estefan, and Scott Hoying with Mark Hoying posed for cameras, while J Balvin with Valentina Ferrer and Pharrell Williams with Helen Lasichanh also made memorable appearances.
Dalai Lama wins first Grammy
Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama won his first Grammy Award at the age of 90 on Sunday (local time) for his spoken-word album Meditations: The Reflections of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, media reports said.
