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- The main focus of the documentary is based on the adventures life of this gallant soldier Brig. Pritam Singh (Saviour of Poonch, Sher Baccha, nick named by residents of Poonch). who was born on 5th October 1911 in village Dina in district Ferozepur, Punjab. He was commissioned in the Punjab Regiment in 1937 and served during the 2nd World War in North Western Frontier Provence and Italy. He was posted in Singapore during 1942 and badly wounded in an air raid during the fighting and taken as prisoner of War by the Japanese. Brig. Pritam Singh then Capt. along with Capt. G.S. Parab and Capt. Balbir Singh escaped from Singapore on 4th May 1942 during which time they travelled by land and sea covering a distance of 3000 miles via Siam (Thailand, Burma, Myanmar) through dense forest and under very difficult conditions they barely survived to reach Burma after six grueling months. All the three officers were awarded the Military Cross by Field Marshal and Commander-in-Chief in India Mr. A. P. Wavell on 31st March 1943. From 1942 to 1945 he served in the Middle East with distinction and graduated from Staff College in 1945. On 31st of October 1947 when his unit was in Delhi to maintain law and order after the partition and riots he took over command of 1st Kumaon now 3 Para and reached Singapore the very next day on 1st November to safe guard Srinagar which was under attack by the raiders from Pakistan and Afghanistan who were almost about to take over Srinagar Airport if military assistance have not arrived. He took part in the battle of Shellatang 7 kms. outside Kashmir where the raiders were defeated and pushed back making Srinagar secure from the enemy. On 21st November 1947 Lt. Col. Pritam Singh with 491 soldiers entered Poonch which was surrounded by Pakistan from all sides and where almost 40,000 civilian refugees had taken shelter along with 10,000 residents. The Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru against the wishes of the Army top brass took a decision to save Poonch at all cost and realizing the responsibility and urgency of the situation Col. Pritam Singh got into action immediately and from the able bodied refugees and citizens raised two new battalions named 9 & 11 Militia which are today called J & K Light Infantry Posted in Srinagar. Due to his efforts he built an airstrip at Poonch which made it possible for air commodore Baba Mehar Singh to land the 1st Dakota's which made it possible to bring in reinforcements, medical aid, food grains and also evacuate the refugees mainly elderly, women and children to Jammu and Srinagar since there were very limited rations and the onset of winters for which the inhabitants were not prepared. The gallant officer was court martialed on very flimsy grounds and his case needs to re-visited so that he is exonerated of these charges. During the videography/shooting in Poonch we interviewed many ex-soldiers and residents who were of the same view as us. Pakistani Commander Brigadier Sher Khan, who told Maj Gen. K.S. Thimayya DSO after J & K operations - "If I admired anyone at all on the Indian side, it was Pritam Singh who had fought very gallantly against an overwhelming force around Punch." It is the story which needs to tell everyone, because it is story of the saviour, who saved motherland, who saved religion, who saved faith, who saved the Nature, who saved humanity, who saved more than 40,000 people of Poonch. It is story of inspiration, struggle and great survival. But he faced the court-martial and died as a forgotten soldier. Why? The people of Poonch gives the whole place of heart to Brig. Pritam Singh, they give the names of their child on his name, but the rest of the world don't know about the great hero. The documentary will be told all the narrative.
- The true and unlikely story of an American born, turban-wearing Sikh man, Vishavjit Singh, who after a lifetime of facing prejudice, self-doubt and violence, finally finds acceptance in a superhero costume.
- Based in December 1984, Chaurassi is about a middle-aged Sikh couple living in Bhopal. Having lost many of their relatives and friends in the nationwide anti-Sikh carnage that started in Delhi, they are in a precarious emotional state. It is set during the nascency of the Bhopal Gas Tragedy, which was later declared the fourth major tragic incident of the year 1984 in India.
- A journey of Oneness which is inspired by historical texts and guided by the philosophy of Guru Nanak, the gentle valiant.
- The Coach Who Never Lost a Match. The story of legendary coach, Sardar Harbail Singh, who gave India its golden era of world dominance in hockey
- Even as the Indian state seems to be on the threshold of losing its grip both on hearts and minds in Kashmir and on its own wisdom, this 8 episode animated series presents the stories and life in a poem by Agha Shahid Ali.
- "DOCTOR JI" tells the story of Dr. Bhagat Singh Thind, a soldier, and a man of peace who fought tenaciously for his rights, elevated the lives of countless Americans, and will be remembered as one of the 20th century's great spiritual teachers. Against daunting odds, he became the first US Army soldier allowed to wear a turban. This battle set up an even greater one, where he took his plea for citizenship all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, changing the definition of citizenship along the way.
- Documentary film is about the surviving Sikh community of Afghanistan who have been caught in the political crossfire in Afghanistan since the rise of the Taliban regime to power in 1992. It deals with the testimonies of the proud Afghan Sikhs who have been a part of the culture and heritage of Afghanistan since the seventeenth century and how they barely scrape a living to survive in this war torn country.
- Sarbat Da Bhala is the inspiring story of the Largest Community Food Kitchen in Pur Hiran, District Hoshiarpur in Punjab, India.
- The story of Women who immigrated to United States in late 1800's and early 1900's and how they contributed to the economy of California.
- Witness an insight into the mystery of God's power. A senile non-Sikh beggar comes to know the true meaning of God and thus surrender himself in front of the Almighty.
- Story of Manka Dhingra, State Senator of the 44th district.
- This episode from the life of Maharaja Ranjit Singh shows his wisdom and large-heartiness and has been dramatized in this 3D animation. Maharaja Ranjit Singh, the 19th Century Emperor of Punjab, was riding through the capital city of Lahore. He was on top of an Elephant and there was great rejoicing to celebrate another victory by his general Hari Singh Nalwa. As they rode through a street, a stone came flying over a wall and struck Ranjit Singh on his forehead.
- Two Glasgow brothers perform folk-hip-hop Punjabi fusion music that turns people's expectations upside down.
- Film originated out of travel course by Chapman Film students. Niam is a film about moral values; values that anyone from any religion should claim and uphold. This film is about practicing what you preach. Bhajan Singh is an educator who dedicated his life to the preservation of the Sikh community in Singapore by reaching out to the Sikh youth. He used the Pun- jabi language to reconnect them with their heritage. As a result of his hard work and steadfast dedica- tion, Sikh children have a place to learn the Punjabi language, a modernized curriculum to teach them values and the Sikh way of life, and the opportunity to take government recognized college entry tests in their native tongue. Bhajan Singh is a man who truly exemplifies the Sikh spirit.
- Peaceful Mind is a short, animated film that shows how we can stay calm in today's stressful world and feel peace in our life by making small changes in our thinking.
- Documentary of Lord Singh - Indarjit Singh and Lady Singh - Kanwaljit Kaur who immigrated from India to England.
- Art Finds Its Way is about Aman Singh Gulati, now widely known as Almond Singh, a 19-year-old micro-painter who holds the Guinness World Record for making the largest drawing by an individual and for portraits on almonds. From a small town in Uttar Pradesh, India, he struggled to learn art, as well as obtain support from his family. In a small space, he honed the talent that won him the World Record. While being associated with various causes, and working with Government of India initiatives, Aman still trains to carry forward his passion. Many of his notable almond pieces portray the essence of Sikhism. He also holds the credit for making the biggest puzzle art of Guru Gobind Singh. His future endeavors include bringing the Sikh tenets alive with the Life Travels of Guru Nanak Dev and Guru Tegh Bahadur in his micro engravings on almonds.
- Great visual history of sound, strings, and musical instrumental history.
- Through the SALDEF Sikhlead Initiative students like Jaywin Malhi and Amrita Bamrah participate in a summer congressional internship program in Washington DC. By educating communities and the media about the racial profiling of Sikh Americans, a network of emerging leaders is born for future generations.
- A travel documentary in London about a Sikh who builds an organization to feed homeless.
- Higher than Everest is a motivational fi lm about Major Ahluwalia's story. He was a great Indian mountaineer who conquered the face of Mount Everest in 1965. Shortly afterwards he fought for India in the war against Pakistan where he received a shot in his spine in the very same mountains he loved. Major Ahluwalia was confi ned to a wheel chair for the rest of his life, but he did not let this stop him. Today, he is the chairman of the Indian Spinal Injuries Centre, a hospital which he built himself from the ground up. Major Ahluwalia continues to inspire patients coming from around the world to the ISIC for treatment.
- Story of Partap Singh Khalsa who always wore his turban when he traveled to Europe to learn French and to Peru to learn Spanish for his travel business. He refused to remove his Turban or his son when pressured after 911.
- Raj is a talented portrait artist who uses his creative talent to share his experiences with mental illness.
- Film Originated out of travel course Doorway to India January 2013 by Chapman Film School students. Two insecure mothers meet at a bus stop and put on proud faces while boasting about their lives and their sons, each mother outdoing the other's claims of wild success. Each one's deceptive house of cards collapses when both boys show up and the truth becomes embarrassingly obvious.
- When a Tree Falls is a study on the aftermath of the horrors of 1984. The fi lm aims to create a unique discussion about 1984 on the 30th anniversary, exploring how the events have changed the Sikh community as a whole. When a Tree Falls allows many voices from the Sikh community to be heard, ranging from those who were present during Operation Blue Star and the Delhi riots, the surviving family members and children of the deceased, to notable 1984 historians and activists including H.S. Phoolka and Harminder Singh.
- A young Sikh woman living in France learns to balance her Western, Punjabi and Sikh identities. Growing up in the hardscrabble neighborhood of Bobigny, France, Anmol uses her education in order to create a path for future women of color to follow. In doing so, she realizes she must reconcile the meanings and expectations of being both Punjabi and Sikh.
- Aman Singh Gulati depicts artwork on almonds to convey and depict important messages of Sikh Guru
- About understanding Sikhism while on a journey along the Australian Sikh Heritage Trail.
- This story is about a person who couldn't become a freedom fighter but he is a certainly loooking after the needy people. He has given away the wordly luxuries and dedicated his life to improving the lives of the homeless and heirless. Th almight has provided this good deed to him from which the mass turns their back. We are talkinb about Satpal Singh Kharoud and Apna Farz Society. The society provides food, take care of wounds, help people who are mentally challenged.
- "In the hart of Jehlum, Punjab, Pakistan, Gurdwara Chowa Sahib Stands as a profound testament to the historical significance of Guru Nanak and Bhai mardana's fourth journey. It was constructed in 1834, during the reign of Maharaja Ranjit Singh. This 190 year old Gurdwara remained abandoned from time of Sikh migration to India during the partition, until it was revival in 2022."
- 17 year old female martial arts champion Harleen Kaur balances her normal teenage life in northern England, with training for the Olympics, as she strengthens her connection with her Sikh faith. Her faith nurtures her athletic feats, and vice versa.
- Seeking Ensaaf" captures the amazing work of Ensaaf, a nonprofit organization working to end impu- nity and achieve justice for mass state crimes in India, with a focus on Punjab. Following the stories of three Ensaaf field workers, the film highlights the commitment it takes to fight for justice. Sharing the story of Ravneet and Kuljeet, two of Ensaaf's finest, the film showcases just how far their dedication to righting the wrongs of the past will take them. Journeying into the villages surrounding Amritsar they search to find one of many families impacted by the "Decade of Disappearances". With the guidance of Ajinderpal, Ensaaf's Supervising field worker, the two document a unique case. While an official record- ing of the family's case is a small accomplishment, it is one of many that will ultimately bring justice to the survivors of the disappeared.
- Story about Australian Hip-hop artist.
- This provides an intimate portrait of the Sikh pilots who contributed so valiantly to British success in World War I and World War II. The history of the Sikhs who flew in the Royal Flying Core, the Royal Air Force and the Indian Air Force has been forgotten, yet their bravery was recognized widely by both the military and the public during the dark days of the Blitz and the brutal Japanese invasion from the East. Drawing on interviews with the last remaining pilots, rare and personal archive materials, and unseen footage, Flying Sikhs pays testimony to the brave and selfless contributions these unsung heroes made to the war efforts across the world. A historical documentary commemorating the valor and glory of true Khalsa warriors.
- America is known as the melting pot of the world. You can find immigrants and their descendants scattered throughout the country, from sea to shining sea. There are countless languages, countless colors, cultures, creeds. And yet even in New York, the most diverse city in the country, Americans still have a very narrow perspective of what an American should look like. Enter Sikh Captain America. A political cartoonist created the character after witnessing hate crimes against Sikhs in India and the United States. He took it to a Comic Con, sparked conversations there, and decided to bring it to life by having someone dress up as Captain America (with a turban): himself. 'Red, White, and Beard' is a quirky, lighthearted glance into Sikh Captain America and the man behind this growing phenomenon. The more he brings the character to the people, the more he hopes they recognize their own prejudices toward Sikhs and other religious, ethnic, and cultural minorities. But is the public only respecting the superhero figure, or do they truly realize what the artist is saying?
- A young Sydney-based fashion designer, and first ever turbaned Sikh fashion blogger, fuses eastern and western cultures with her fashion.
- Through vivid eye witness accounts and the collective voice of historians, government leaders and com- munity organizers, "Lions of London" reveals the tremendous contributions of the Sikh community in both World Wars I and II. Sikhism has deep rooted values of fighting against tyranny and oppression. Sikhs are renowned as excellent fighters, dating back to their battles against the Mughal tyrants, and their bravery earned them the nickname of "lions" on the battlefield. The Sikhs continued this military tradition as they took up arms and joined the British in the fight for democracy in both World Wars, losing tens of thousands of soldiers in the fights for freedom. Their sacrifices and heroism are vividly remembered in "Lions Of London."
- The story of a lonely wedding DJ and his quest to find love.
- Few people can claim the coveted title "Super Fan". In this short biopic, we follow Mr Nav Bhatia as he charismatically works with celebrities and conducts business through his undying dedication and continued support for the Toronto Raptors NBA Basketball team.
- A short documentary on the Sikh community who have lived in Burma (Myanmar) since the 1860s and how the Sikhs fought the invading Japanese army in 1942. It tells the story of the proud Sikhs who, as a minority, have become hugely successful in trade and commerce.
- We're Not Strangers uncovers the untold story of a labor riot in Bellingham, WA, in which 200 Sikh Punjabi immigrant workers for forced out of the city.
- The scriptures in the Granths have infl uenced nature and deeply inspired this project. Green Guru focuses on the alignment of Sikhism and nature, by promoting a green lifestyle that is divinely inspired by the Guru Granth Sahib. Our short documentary showcases the values and principles of nature that have been carried down by generations to preserve and promote Guru's teachings.
- Ranjit Singh, a lawyer and activist, fights against a French law that bans the wearing of religious symbols in public schools and government building. As a result of the ban, Sikh men and women have been forced to choose between their faith and education and employment.
- Veer struggles between tradition and independence when his mother tries to have him get into an arranged marriage with a woman who is hiding her own secrets.
- Italian Punjabi Sikhs Rashpal Kaur, Baljeet Singh, and Iqbal Singh work on Italian dairy farms, and in the production of Parmigiano Reggiano cheese in Novellara, Emilia-Romagna. All tell of the difficult immigration from India to Italy.
- A young bi-racial fi lmmaker faces his Sikh heritage for the fi rst time during the fateful year 1984, when Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's troops stormed the Sikh's holiest shrine, The Golden Temple, triggering yet more violence and tragedy. The parallel lives of the fi lmmaker and the Prime Minister intersect twice in this tale of cowardice, courage, religion, politics, violence, and inspiration.
- In 1947, Punjab was partitioned between two sovereign nations, Pakistan and India, displacing Sikhs, Hindus, and Muslims from their homelands. In February 2019, a group of Sikhs from USA traveled to Pakistan to explore the legacy of their forefathers. Join the journey to have a glimpse of their emotions.
- Hours into the night, eyes wide open and arm strapped to the wall, Graham Short is engraving. He's taken his art to new heights, engraving the Khanda on the point of a needle, deemed 'the smallest piece of art in the world.'