Sikh Lens transforms creativity into masterpieces, amplifying unheard narratives and celebrating unseen voices.

Rooted in the Sikh spirit of unity and inclusion, Sikh Lens offers a global stage for artists worldwide overlooked by the mainstream media.

Through films, exhibitions, and publications, Sikh Lens safeguards generational wisdom, ensuring it thrives in the modern era. By preserving both tangible and intangible heritage, it ensures that Sikh stories, art, and history resonate across the world.

Notable presentations include Allegory: A Tapestry of Guru Nanak’s Travels, a multilingual docuseries available in English, Punjabi (Gurmukhi and Shahmukhi), Hindi, and Urdu.

Over the years, Sikh Lens has showcased 101 films across India, spanning multiple languages—including Spanish, Urdu, English, and French—highlighting the stories of Sikhs in France and the global diaspora, from Japan and Singapore to Africa and beyond.

Message of Interfaith and Inclusion – Bicky Singh, Founder of Sikh Lens

Sikh Lens was founded with the vision of taking the message of Sikhism, unity, and inclusion beyond the walls of the Gurdwara, bringing it into the digital world through art, films, empowering diverse voices and fostering inclusion in the digital era.

Why Is Sikh Lens Important? – Gurpreet Kaur, Co-founder

Sikh Lens connects communities often overlooked by mainstream platforms, providing a vital space for underrepresented stories to thrive.

It was created to connect the Sikh diaspora and ensure that the voices of minorities—often misinterpreted or unheard—are accurately represented and amplified.

Ojaswee Sharma: A Director with Purpose and Perspective

A National Award-winning film director associated with Sikh Lens, Ojas wee Sharma believes in striking a balance where authenticity, realism, and true representation remain at the core of filmmaking.

His vision is to portray society in a way that fosters connection and learning rather than causing destruction to society.

Through the festival, Sikh Lens encourages young filmmakers to merge wisdom with energy, embracing innovation through technology—shifting from conventional filmmaking to modern concepts that resonate with the younger generation.

Sikh Lens aims to bridge the cultural gap between the East and the West, fostering interfaith dialogue and cultural exchange through cinema. Ojas wee Sharma deeply resonates with this ideology, believing that communities can learn from, value, and include one another.

A strong advocate for inclusivity, he showcased the talent of the blind community in his film Rabb Di Awaz, reinforcing his commitment to meaningful storytelling that amplifies diverse voices.

Through its various initiatives, Sikh Lens is dedicated to preserving and promoting history, culture, and creativity on a global stage.

• Destination S – Showcasing Sikh heritage and global contributions.
• Community Voices – Elevating unheard stories and perspectives.
• Publications – Preserving history, art, and untold narratives.
• Digital Voices Program – Bringing Sikh and diverse storytelling into the digital era.

Nurturing Young Talents

Beyond preserving history, Sikh Lens is committed to shaping the future. Through the Sikh Lens Digital Program, young students in Punjabi schools—especially those in grades 5 and 6—are introduced to careers in film, digital media, virtual reality, and AI, empowering the next generation of creativity and arts.

Scholarships & Global Stories of the Diaspora

Under Project S, Sikh Lens provides scholarships to universities that offer film studies, supporting aspiring storytellers and filmmakers. The initiative also brings forward global stories of the Sikh diaspora, ensuring diverse narratives find their rightful place in cinema and digital media.

Sikh Lens: An Inclusive Vision

With a vision that transcends boundaries, Sikh Lens celebrates talent in all its forms. Committed to inclusivity, it has showcased multiple films highlighting the artistic brilliance of specially abled communities, providing them with a global platform and equal opportunities to shine.

Film & Animation Milestones

This year’s flagship film project, Saka Sirhind, is an ambitious animated film highlighting historical narratives through cutting-edge animation. Additionally, Sikh Lens is launching a new animation initiative, further expanding its film creation horizons.

Preserving National Heritage & Relics

Sikh Lens embraces a holistic approach to preservation, safeguarding arts, culture, and historical relics that hold deep significance.

This initiative includes:

• Rare Musical Instruments – Showcasing the rich musical traditions of Sikh heritage.
• Maharaja-Era Coins – Preserving currency from the royal Sikh past.
• Religious Relics in Multiple Languages – Including Ram Charit Manas in Gurmukhi, fostering interfaith dialogue.
• Kangra-Style Sikh Miniature Paintings – With academic research by Dr. Manjeet Kaur, exploring intricate artistic traditions.
• Exclusive Holla Mahalla Photography Exhibition – Curated by Bhupinder Singh, capturing the festival’s grandeur.
• Guinness World Record-Holding Artists – Tracing Sikh roots through unique art forms, bringing history to life. The life history of Guru Gobind Singh on almonds, a masterpiece of preservation.
• Limca World Record: Dr. Davinderpal Singh’s Microscopic Artwork
• Shiv Chandra Gehlot’s 27-year research on Sikh heritage (Limca World Record – 67 notes)
• The Anglo-Sikh Virtual Calendar

In 2025, Sikh Lens will showcase 14 shortlisted films from 7 countries—India, Nepal, UK, Pakistan, Turkey, and Malawi (Africa).

Remarkable Films produced by Sikh lens

• Soul of Sikhism (Film on Guru Nanak Dev Ji)
• “Kites Beyond Boundaries”: A film promoting cultural unity, a story from Gujarat.

These films spotlight real stories often overlooked by mainstream media, bringing forth untold narratives not easily available on digital platforms.

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