India, March 1 -- Tagore Theatre wore a celebratory air on Saturday as the Sikhlens Film Festival unfolded amid applause, artistic exchange, and international camaraderie. With filmmakers, dignitaries, artists and community leaders gathering under one roof, the festival infused the city with cinematic energy and global resonance. At its core, the festival celebrated storytelling. A total of 25 films were screened, each exploring Sikh heritage, identity, and global narratives. The event also featured a display of coins and stamps, artefacts, books on Sikhism literature, along with musical and gatka performances. Among the stamp collections was exhibits by Vijay S Jodha, a project against mob violence in which he pays a tribute to the victims of 1984 anti-Sikh riots. Book by former Olympian Kuldeep Singh Bhogal, 'The Legend of 1972: Life Hockey and Beyond' was also launched alongside curated exhibitions and the unveiling of 2026 calendar. Another highlight of the event was the conferring of the 'Seva- Sarbat Da Bhala- Chardi Kala' Award on 41 artistes, recognising their outstanding contributions to art, culture and humanitarian service. The occasion was marked by the presence of distinguished personalities from diverse fields. "The festival once again succeeded in promoting Sikh heritage and universal values on a global platform, while inspiring youth towards positivity, service and meaningful community engagement," said Sikhlens director Ojaswwee Sharma. htc...