Join us Sunday afternoon at 1PM for Sikhlens’ Sunday Afternoon Session #2, presenting the following short films:

I Will Meet You Yet Again: Contemporary Sikh Art
I Will Meet You Yet Again: Contemporary Sikh Art captures an extraordinary exhibition at UCLA’s Fowler Museum, curated by Sonia Dhami and Syona Puliady. Through paintings, posters, tapestries, and multimedia installations, the exhibition offers a contemporary lens on Sikh culture, history, and identity. The documentary, produced by the Sikhlens Community Voices Program, features curator Sonia Dhami discussing the vision, artists, and challenges of bringing this diverse collection together. More than an art showcase, it highlights how such exhibitions create platforms for cross-cultural dialogue on heritage, resilience, and the evolving Sikh narrative.

Gift of Light
Gift of Light follows Dr. Gurpal Bhullar, an orthopedic surgeon, who organizes a free three-day eye camp in a small village in Punjab. Locals are offered check-ups, treatments, and even free surgeries — transforming lives and restoring sight, one patient at a time.

Lifting Together
Lifting Together is an intimate short documentary that follows the journey of national record-holding weightlifter Harmanpreet Kaur and her husband-coach Sukhwinderpal Singh Padda, a professor and former athlete. Set in Punjab, India, the film explores their shared dedication to the sport, the gender and societal challenges they face, and the unique strength of their partnership—both on and off the lifting platform.

Flying High-Falcons Sikh Primary School
Flying High-Falcons Sikh Primary School celebrates the 10-year journey of Falcons Primary School – the first faith school in Leicestershire. It showcases how its dedicated staff, families, and community members work together to inspire student who embody the school motto & “To be the best we can be.”

Hidden Gems
Hidden Gems follows Naranjan Singh Khalsa, a Sikh miner, as he traverses the rugged landscapes of the western United States, particularly Nevada. The documentary explores Naranjan’s interactions with local mining families renowned for their turquoise extraction. Through his journey, viewers gain insight into the dedication and craftsmanship required to bring precious gems to market, while also uncovering the rich history and cultural significance of small-scale mining in America. The film advocates for supporting local mining communities and encourages audiences to appreciate the origins of the gemstones they admire.

#kalyug (Age of Darkness) 
Raj, a rising actor in Bollywood, faces controversy after a reckless tweet in today’s politically charged climate. His attempt to speak truth to power makes him an industry outlier amid rising censorship. As real-world consequences mount, he encounters a mysterious woman in his dreams who offers him an impossible choice. Torn between doing what’s right for the greater good or staying silent for personal gain, Raj must decide. His choice will impact not just his life, but countless others for generations to come.

Amritsar Junction
Amritsar Junction is a film based on a Sikh family’s experiences during the Partition of India in 1947.This traumatic episode in the region’s history resulted in the expulsion of Sikhs from the Punjab, their traditional homeland and the center of their religion and culture. With the division of colonial India into the nation-states of India and Pakistan, there was extraordinary violence, torment, and bloodshed, and mass migration of refugees on both sides of the new border. The main character worked for the British-built railway system, which played a pivotal role in the refugee experience during the Partition.

As Dusk Falls
The promise of a bigger and better life in Canada where his older brother has already settled has long inundated the dreams of Navraj, a young Punjabi man in Chandigarh. But when his long-awaited visa finally gets approved, he realizes the cost of leaving home may be far greater than he ever anticipated. More than leaving behind his friends, he cannot bear to break the news to his beloved grandmother who adoringly depends on him.

Randhawa Foundation
Meet the noble Randhawa family, founders of the Randhawa Foundation, a US-registered NGO. This film shines a light on their incredible work — from organizing free medical camps for the underprivileged to running a school that educates and empowers children in their native village in India.

Pursuit of Happiness According to Guru Tegh Bahadur
Jessi Kaur provides a reflection on Guru Tegh Bahadur’s legacy.

This session will be screening in Theater 2. The content, selections, and schedule subject to change without notice.

Join us Sunday afternoon at 1PM for Sikhlens’ Sunday Afternoon Session #1, presenting the following short films:

Patterns & Contrasts: Hong Kong
We’re journeying to one of the most fascinating spaces and people on our planet. We’re grappling with the questions the entire world is asking: Who are you? What feeds your soul? How do you adapt?

Nanak Chinta Mat Karo
A man loses his job when his corrupt boss takes a bribe to replace him. Despite rejections, he never loses hope, following Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s teaching: “Do not worry; the One is taking care of everything.” He eventually finds new work and gets promoted. Two years later, he discovers his former boss critically ill and broke in a hospital. Choosing compassion over revenge, he pays for the boss’s surgery, proving the core message: keep acting with a kind heart, and the Lord will take care of everything.

Vadda Din
On Christmas Eve, Emmanuel rushes to collect a cake, only to realize she mistakenly wrote the wrong delivery date. At the bakery, she meets Balpartap, a young Sikh baker who tries to help her fix the situation. What begins as a simple exchange slowly unfolds into a heartfelt conversation about faith, culture, and shared human experiences. Just as their dialogue bridges differences, they encounter something unexplainable, reminding us to leave room for wonder and magic in the everyday.

10 Minutes
At a quiet train station, a father considering boarding school for his children meets an elderly woman abandoned by her son. In just ten minutes, her story of loss, resilience, and unconditional love completely changes his perspective on family. A powerful reflection on how brief encounters can transform lives, directed by multi-international award-winning filmmaker Harjot Singh.

Badlaav Republic
Women leaders inculcate the pursuit of knowledge and growth to kids and men in a local community in India.

Becoming Mari Ji
Take a six-minute poetic journey with Mariella, an Italian American woman whose evolving connection to the Sikh and Panjabi heritage and culture inspired this artistic, heartfelt, and original story. For the Sikh and Panjabi community, celebrate, resonate and connect onscreen with some of your traditions and religious principles. For others, follow the rhyme and expand your knowledge.

1 Minute
1 Minute is based on the true story of the Khanna Rail Disaster of November 26, 1998 – one of India’s deadliest train accidents. At 3:13 AM near Khanna, Punjab, the Calcutta-bound Sealdah Express collided with derailed coaches of the Amritsar-bound Frontier Mail, killing 209 passengers and injuring 140 others. The film follows two passengers at Khanna Railway Station: Jarnail Singh, who missed boarding the Frontier Mail by just one minute, and Om Prakash, who came to receive family members traveling on the Sealdah Express. Tragically, there was only one minute between the Frontier Mail’s derailment and the fatal collision.

Jalebi!
A short rideshare trip ends up steering a young passenger’s outlook on life into a new direction.

She/Her
A short film about female empowerment and being comfortable in your own skin.

Ghuman Gheri (Whirpool)
In today’s hyperconnected world, the rise of social media, consumerism, and endless distractions has reshaped how people live and think. Ghuman Gheri takes a deep look at the Desi diaspora in the West—exploring how the pursuit of status, illusionary success, and digital validation has distanced communities from their cultural and moral foundations.

This session will be screening in Theater 1. The content, selections, and schedule subject to change without notice.

Join us Sunday afternoon at 4:15PM for Sikhlens’ Sunday Feature Film #2: Sardaar Ji 3!

Directed by Amar Hundal, Sardaar Ji 3 stars Diljit Dosanjh as Jaggi, the legendary ghost-hunter, alongside Neeru Bajwa, Hania Aamir, and Gulshan Grover. When Jaggi and his spectral sidekick Pinky are summoned to a haunted castle in the United Kingdom to tackle a seemingly-unstoppable spirit, they uncover a dark secret that challenges all of Jaggi’s skills and beliefs as he faces his most difficult case.

This session will be screening in Theater 2.
The content, selections, and schedule subject to change without notice.

Join us Sunday afternoon at 4:30PM for Sikhlens’ Sunday Feature Film #1: Mittran Challeya Truck Ni!

Mittran Challeya Truck Ni
Directed by Rakesh Dhawan, Mittran Da Challeya Truck Ni follows the life of Satta (played by Amrinder Gill), a dedicated Punjabi truck driver who cherishes simplicity. Seeking a grounded partner to help steady his busy world, he meets Jindi, who by contrast is ambitious, independent and drawn to a luxurious lifestyle, creating a lively clash of values. What starts as a classic mismatch of dreams and desires blossoms into an unconventional romance, all set against the rugged, often humorous backdrop of Satta’s trucking life, and the pull between tradition and modernity.