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Hollywood Movie On bin Laden Take-Down Being Shot in Chandigarh, Patiala, Amritsar TIMES OF INDIA

The unit can't shoot the film in Pakistan owing to strained relations and the sensitivity of the issue.

Sikh-Briton Stars Showcase Their Turbans NEWS REPORT

In the short films, contributors give insight into what their turbaned identity means to them, their practical experiences of working in diverse industries ...

Atamjit Singh Play Explores Pre-Sikh History Of Punjab:
Panchnad da Paani by PARUL BAJAJ

Set in 13th century Punjab, it depicts the struggles of the time when the Mongols were regularly attacking Punjab and the territory was being defended by the Turks.

Filming The Plight Of Sikh-Afghans Under Siege LEICESTER MERCURY

Bobby Singh, of Syston, U.K. flew to Kabul in January to shoot a documentary about the Gudwara Har Rai Sahib which has become home to about 1,000 displaced people.

Beyond The Gardens' Wall by NATALIE NORTH

David Gray reveals answers through archival materials, photographs, new footage of the area and descendant interviews in his film which premiers at the Victoria Film Festival on Feb 12.

Spark Punjabi - New International Punjabi TV Channel by VIJAY C. ROY

Spark Punjabi, positioned as the first international Punjabi channel, was launched on Saturday, January 14, 2012. The new channel will air the latest seasons of international shows.

The Royal Falcon:
Now, A Musical by MATT WILSON

The play, much like the book, tells the story of Arjan, a young boy who is taken on a fantastical journey through time by a falcon that teaches him the importance of certain virtues.

A Disappointing Film:
I Am Singh A Film Review by SIMRAN JEET SINGH

While it endeavors to challenge popular stereotypes, I was disappointed to observe the way in which it uncritically perpetuates other stereotypes.

Winning Hearts and Minds in France:
Angad Singh by GURMEET KAUR

He teaches us that ignorance causes fear and fear causes people to make irrational decisions including hatred. So what do you do when you are subject to such hatred?

Half & Halves: Children of Sikh & Mexican Parentage by DONALD MUNRO

With Sikh fathers and Mexican mothers, the children grew up speaking Spanish and English but remained fiercely proud of their Sikh and Punjabi heritage.