"I am so incredibly honoured."
Taurees Habib has etched his name into history as the second Pakistani ever to win a Grammy Award.
The Karachi-born sound engineer revealed this achievement only recently, months after his work was recognised by the Recording Academy in February 2025.
His win comes in the category of Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media, awarded for his contribution to Dune: Part Two.
Habib, who had chosen to remain silent earlier this year, decided to share the news once the golden trophy arrived home.
He posted pictures and a heartfelt note on Facebook, reflecting on what the milestone meant to him personally.
Habib wrote: “I am so incredibly honoured to have received this for my work on Dune: Part Two.”
He added that being the first Pakistani recognised for sound engineering at the Grammys made the moment even more significant.
Habib also spoke about the surreal feeling of seeing the golden gramophone placed casually in his own living room.
He credited Hans Zimmer and the creative team behind the acclaimed soundtrack, saying the award belonged to everyone who contributed.
The trophy is engraved with his name and the title: “Taurees Habib, Engineer. Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media – 2024.”
A video posted on Instagram showed unboxing the Grammy, choosing to let the moment speak for itself.
In the short clip, he removed the carefully packed trophy and simply placed it on a table, smiling.
Fans and colleagues flooded his comments with congratulations, celebrating a recognition that expands Pakistan’s presence on the global cultural map.
Habib’s Grammy win comes after singer Arooj Aftab, who in 2022 became the first Pakistani to earn the award.
Together, their success underscores how Pakistani talent continues to reach international stages across music, film, and now sound engineering.
Observers in the local industry believe his recognition will inspire young Pakistanis interested in sound design and audio technology careers.
Habib emphasised that awards are not merely about individuals but about teams working tirelessly to transform sound into unforgettable cinematic experiences.
For him, the Grammy is both a personal dream realised and a symbol of how far dedication can carry someone.
He summed up his gratitude by saying that luck, hard work, and support from his team made the journey possible.
With this triumph, Taurees Habib has proven that Pakistan’s contributions to global art and culture extend well beyond its borders.
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