Awards

Sanal has received multiple accolades for his exceptional work in sound design and mixing. He won the National Film Award for Best Sound Design (2017) for Walking with the Wind and the Kerala State Television Award for Chaver. His talent has also earned him prestigious nominations, including the Filmfare Award for Best Sound Design (2023) for Gangubai Kathiawadi and the Filmfare OTT Award (2024) for Heeramandi. Additionally, he was nominated for the Andrei Toncu Award – NexT International Film Festival for Sadhu in Bombay, recognizing his contribution to immersive cinematic storytelling.

Nominee

Best Sound Design

Filmfare OTT Award

Heeramandi

Sanal has been nominated for Best Sound Design at the Filmfare OTT Awards 2024 (Technical Awards) for his work on Heeramandi. His detailed and immersive sound design played a crucial role in enhancing the series’ rich storytelling and grand cinematic experience.

Nominee

Best Sound Design

Filmfare Award

Gangubai Kathiawadi

Sanal was nominated for Best Sound Design at the Filmfare Awards 2023 (Technical Awards) for his work on Gangubai Kathiawadi. His intricate sound design contributed to the film’s grandeur, enhancing its immersive experience and emotional depth.

Winner

Best Sound Design

National film Awards, India

Walking With The Wind

Sanal won the National Film Award for Best Sound Design (2017) for his work on Walking with the Wind. His meticulous sound design brought authenticity and depth to the film’s storytelling, enhancing its immersive atmosphere and emotional impact.

Winner

Best Sound Design

Kerala State Television Award

Chaver

Sanal won the Kerala State Television Award for Best Sound Design for his work on Chaver. His sound design played a vital role in capturing the film’s intense atmosphere, adding depth and realism to its storytelling.

Nomination

Best Sound Design

Andrei Toncu Award - NexT International Film Festival

Sadhu in Bombay

Sanal was nominated for Best Sound Design at the Andrei Toncu Award – NexT International Film Festival for his work on Sadhu in Bombay. His sound design played a crucial role in enhancing the film’s atmosphere, contributing to its immersive and evocative storytelling