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SikhLens Arts & Cinema Festival UK 2026
Join us on Saturday 27th June 2026 from 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM at Judgemeadow Community College — a full day of feature films, documentaries, live music, animations, celebrity speakers, and cultural celebrations.
Our Next Event
Mehfil-E-Bahaar
by Priti Kaur
Live in Leicester
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Sikhlens UK is proud to present our upcoming concert with award-winning vocalist Priti Kaur as she blends Bollywood, ghazals, sufi and folk.
Her journey from child artist to acclaimed performer on UK stages has been defined by her extraordinary versatility.
Join us for a unforgettable concert where she will take you on a journey flowing across genres, cultures and emotions.
Date: Saturday, 25 April 2026
Time: 7:00 – 9:00pm (doors open 6:30pm)
Venue: Cedars Academy, Palmer Tomkinson Theatre, Wanlip Lane, Birstall, Leicester LE4 4GH
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One Voice Many Colours
- A colourful celebration of Bollywood, ghazals, sufi and folk songs
Priti Kaur is a powerhouse Indian vocalist based in the UK, whose voice moves effortlessly from Hindustani classical to Ghazal, Sufi, Bollywood, Gurbani and beyond.
A gold-standard graduate of the renowned Khairagarh University and winner of the SA RE GA MA Punjabi singing competition, Priti has graced some of the world's most iconic stages — including the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra (2018 & 2025), Wembley Stadium for the FA's Faith & Football series, the Commonwealth Games 2022, and the *Bradford Literature Festival*.
A former All India Radio Ghazal artist, she has appeared on Zee TV, B4U Music, and Kanshi TV, and collaborated with celebrated music producer Kuljit Bhamra on two albums — Essence of Raga-Tala (2020) and Namaste Bombay (2024). Her work spans acclaimed arts organisations including Sampad Arts, Subrang Arts, and SAA-UK.
With recent releases including Mool Mantar, Saadho Rachna Raam Banaee, and Love Tappe, Priti continues to captivate audiences across genres, languages and continents. This is a concert not to be missed! Book your tickets today.
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Sikh Lens Arts And Film Festival 2026
in Leicester
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SikhLens UK proudly presents the SikhLens Arts & Film Festival 2026 — a landmark celebration of cinema, creativity, culture, and storytelling.
Bringing together internationally acclaimed filmmakers, artists, historians, and innovators, the festival showcases powerful films, live discussions, documentaries, art, music, and inspiring conversations that explore Sikh heritage and global stories.
Join us for an unforgettable day of film, culture, and community as we celebrate stories that inspire, films that connect, and culture that lives on.
Date: Saturday, 27 June 2026
Time: 11:00am – 10:00pm
Venue: Judgemeadow Community College, Marydene Drive, Evington, Leicester, Leicestershire, LE5 6HP, United Kingdom
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A vibrant celebration of film, culture, storytelling and inspiring conversations
Gurinder Chadha
BAFTA-winning director of Bend It Like Beckham and Bhaji on the Beach, Gurinder Chadha joins Sikhlens UK for a special screening of Queen Victoria & Maharaja Duleep Singh, followed by an exclusive live Q&A exploring history, identity, empire, and legacy.
Peter
Bance
Leading Sikh historian and expert on Maharaja Duleep Singh, Peter Bance joins Sikhlens UK for a live discussion exploring the research, untold history, and royal legacy behind Queen Victoria & Maharaja Duleep Singh and the final years of the Sikh Empire.
The Singh Twins
Internationally acclaimed artists The Singh Twins join Sikhlens UK to present Jallianwala: Repression and Retribution, followed by a live audience discussion exploring art, memory, resistance, and the lasting legacy of the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh Massacre.
Bal
Choda
Featured in Crafting Legacy, Aston Martin engineer Bal Choda joins Sikhlens UK to share his inspiring journey from Southall to award-winning innovation, discussing mentorship, creativity, engineering excellence, and legacy through innovation.
Free Entry • Limited Seating • Register Now
Festival Running Times
SESSION 1│ Children’s Session (11:00am – 12:00pm)
- Live Kirtan — Priti Kaur & son Jai (10 mins)
- Keertan by Kids from Falcon School (10 mins)
- SikhLens Digital Voice Programme — Gurpreet Kaur Singh (3 mins)
- Animation: Cosmic Drama of Life (5 mins)
- Animation: Guru Nanak’s Aarti (7 mins)
- Hari Singh Nalwa Combat Academy — Young Sikhs in action - discipline, strength and spirit in a live demonstration (10 mins)
- Gurpreet Kaur Singh in conversation with Harinder Singh on the making of his animations (5 mins)
Session Total (50 mins)
SESSION 2 (12:00 noon – 1:30pm)
- Olympian Kuldip Bhogal, Life, Hockey & Beyond (Sikhlens Publication) trailer (2 mins)
- Q&A with Kuldip Bhogal hosted by Jasvinder Tivana (5 mins)
- Mother Kili: Feature Length Film - A first for South Asian women who scale Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa; powerful story of grit, sisterhood & breaking barriers (73 mins)
- Q&A with Filmmaker Rehmat Rayat with Rupinder & Belinder Kaur hosted by Gurpreet Kaur Singh (10 mins)
Session Total (1 hr 25 mins)
LUNCH BREAK (1:30pm – 2:00pm)
SESSION 3 — PART 1 (2:00pm – 3:30pm)
- Leicester Lord Mayor Kulvinder Singh Johal welcome & talk
- Gurinder Singh Mann — Unveiling of Banda Singh Bahadur Statue (Video) (10 mins)
- Relay-The Stolen Tales by Ranjit Singh Shubh (7 mins)
- Gyani Ji (Sikhlens Trailer) - Gyani Ji was instrumental in spearheading the Sikh helmet exemption on Motorbikes (3 mins)
- Simranjeet Singh (Oxford Uni)-Sikhlens Scholar: On Air Dynamics on Earth & Planets in the Solar system (10 mins)
- Q&A with Gurinder Singh Mann, Ujjal Singh, Ranjit Shub & Simranjeet Singh — hosted by Gurpreet Kaur Singh & Harinder Singh (15 mins)
- 1 Minute - A single minute separates survival from tragedy in the 1998 Khanna rail disaster (7 mins)
- Perfectly Seasoned – An aging restaurant owner’s niece convinces him to host a speed dating night. An hilarious “mockumentary” about love, family and second chances (14 mins)
- Mitti (Project Pakistan film) — Jasleen Pannu (film) (15 mins)
- Jasleen Pannu on Stage — Q&A hosted by Gurpreet Kaur (10 mins)
Session Total (1 hr 24 mins)
SHORT BREAK (3:30pm – 3:45pm)
SESSION 3 — PART 2 (3:45pm – 5:40pm)
- Gurinder Chadha’s Queen Victoria & Duleep Singh (Film) (50 mins)
- Q&A with Gurinder Chadha & Peter Bance — hosted by Jasvinder & Gurpreet (20 mins)
- Jallianwala: Repression & Retribution — Singh Twins Film on their Artwork (25 mins)
- Q&A with The Singh Twins — hosted by Harinder & Gurpreet (10 mins)
- Gurpreet Kaur Singh — Sikhlens Address (5 mins)
Session Total (1 hr 50 mins)
TEA BREAK (5:45pm – 6:00pm)
SESSION 4 │ Healing, Seva & Inspiration (6:00pm – 8:00pm)
- A Life Story (Sikhlens Project S) - Dr. Jogishwar Singh shares the details of his Sikh life in a predominately non-Sikh community in Switzerland (11 mins)
- Robes of Justice — Chief Justice Harbans Singh: A Life Extraordinary (20 mins)
- Gift of Light — Free Eye Camps Organised by Ex Doctors from CMC (8 mins)
- Nishkam Seva — King’s Award 2026 for Voluntary Service (17 mins)
- Q&A with Preeti Bhogal, Dr. Gurpal Bhullar and Dr. Manvir Kaur -- hosted by Nirmal Singh and Harinder Singh (10 mins)
- Crafting Legacy (Sikhlens Destination S) Bal Choda, a design Engineer for Aston Martin wins the prestigious Kings Award for innovation based on a machine designed by him (30 mins)
- Q & A with filmmaker Amit Kaur, Bal Choda & his two mentees - hosted by Sukhpal Bhamrah (15 mins)
- Amarjit Singh Bhaur - Loros Hospice Ambassador - Talk (10 mins)
- Sikhlens Ambassadors to be honoured - Vic Sethi, Sunny Palahey & Bal Choda (10 mins)
Session Total (2 hours)
DINNER BREAK (8:00pm – 8:30pm)
SESSION 5 │ Sur aur Saaz - Musical Evening (8:30pm – 10:00pm)
Performed by acclaimed vocalist Priti Kaur, the concert brings together celebrated classics from across the genres. This is a rare opportunity to hear these beloved songs live with accompanying musicians, capturing the warmth, elegance and grace of a mehfil but concert style.
This will be an unforgettable concert with award-winning vocalist Priti Kaur, who masterfully blends Bollywood, ghazals, sufi and folk.
Priti Kaur is one of the UK's most celebrated Indian vocalists, renowned for her effortless range across genres and languages. Not to be missed!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the event family-friendly?
Yes – the show is suitable for all ages and perfect for families.
What time does the event start?
11:00 am
Do I need a ticket?
Yes , registration is required.
Is parking available?
Yes, there is free parking available at the venue. We recommend arriving early to secure a convenient space.
Can we get food at this event?
Yes we have excellent food arrangement with one of Leicester's favourite restaurants 'Bobby's. You can purchase this throughout the day. We are very grateful to Dharmesh for his support to Sikhlens.
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Watch the unforgettable moments and see why you won’t want to miss this year’s celebration.
Ready to Experience SikhLens 2026?
Join us for an unforgettable celebration of film, culture, storytelling, music, and inspiring conversations at the SikhLens Arts & Film Festival UK Chapter 2026.
Free entry • Everyone welcome • Limited seating available
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PAST EVENTS
Priti Kaur Concert
25 April 2026
Palmer Tomkinson Theatre, Leicester
Mehfil-E-Bahaar | Live Concert
Sikhlens UK was delighted to present an unforgettable concert with award-winning vocalist Priti Kaur, who masterfully blended Bollywood, ghazals, sufi and folk.
Priti Kaur is one of the UK's most celebrated Indian vocalists, renowned for her effortless range across genres and languages. Our audience was treated to a spellbinding evening of soulful melodies, energetic rhythms, and a stage presence that held everyone in the concert hall.
Her performance delivered a truly uplifting cultural experience for a diverse crowd of all ages and backgrounds, bringing communities together through a shared love of music and artistry.
A versatile vocalist celebrated for her dynamic performances and captivating stage presence ...
Magic Singh
8 November 2025
Avanti Fields School, Leicester LE5 0BX
Live Magic Show
Sikhlens UK was proud to present a sold-out magic show with the internationally acclaimed Magic Singh.
Magic Singh is one of the UK's most popular magicians, known for blending classic sleight-of-hand with modern, interactive magic. Audiences were treated to an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, wonder, and jaw-dropping illusions that captivated everyone in the auditorium.
His performance created a fantastic experience for a diverse audience of all ages and backgrounds, bringing the community together for a night of entertainment and joy.
“A jaw-dropping close-up performer who leaves audiences astonished.”
- The Guardian
Sikhlens UK film festival 2025
Sikhlens UK recently delivered its third festival, showcasing and celebrating arts, culture, and heritage to inspire, connect, and spark conversations across communities.
Around 450 people of all ages and backgrounds from across the UK gathered at the Phoenix Theatre in Leicester for a full day of films, documentaries, animations, shabad, classical music, and Indian folk traditions.
A fun family day filled with culture and creativity
Be inspired by the stories of identity, migration and local community voices
Discover new talent and fresh content in arts and heritage
Amrita Kaur concert
18 April 2025
Phoenix Cinema & Art Centre, Leicester
Sufi | Punjabi | Ghazal | Bollywood
Sikhlens UK was proud to present a sold-out concert with the acclaimed artist Amrita Kaur.
Audiences were treated to an unforgettable performance of music that blended Punjabi Sufi, traditional folk, Ghazal, and Bollywood genres. Amrita captivated the crowd with her soulful voice, powerful stage presence, and unique ability to bridge classical depth with modern flair.
Her performance created a culturally inspiring experience for a diverse audience of all ages and backgrounds.
“An unforgettable evening of Sufi, Punjabi, Ghazal, and Bollywood music performed by the incredibly talented Amrita Kaur.”
Guru Nanak Tapestry
28 March 2025
Christ Church, Leicester
The Guru Nanak Tapestry event was a beautiful demonstration of art bringing people together. This community project, hosted at Christ Church in Leicester, fostered meaningful interfaith dialogue and showcased the power of working together.
Reverend Andrew Stuart welcomed Sikhlens guests and allowed us all to create an inclusive space where different communities could connect and learn from one another. The evening celebrated shared values and proved that collaborative efforts in art and culture are essential for building unity within communities.
Sikhlens UK film festival 2024
17 May 2024
Phoenix Theatre, Leicester
2024 marked a significant milestone as Sikhlens UK successfully launched its first film festival in Leicester.
The day-long event attracted several hundred people who enjoyed films, talks, Q&As, and arts stalls. Enhanced by live music and valuable networking opportunities, the festival was a great success, laying the foundation for Sikhlens' future in the UK.
“I was in tears as I watched the documentaries - they were so inspirational"
Vic Sethi
Sikhlens UK film festival 2023
17 June 2023
Millennium Point, Birmingham
Sikhlens UK launched its landmark first film festival in the UK in partnership with Guru Nanak Nishkam Sewak Jatha.
This pioneering event featured over 20 films, welcoming international guests and offering a vibrant day of stalls, arts, and live classical music performances.
The festival culminated in an evening conference on Forgiveness and Reconciliation, hosted by Mr Amrick Singh Ubhi DL with a distinguished panel including Dr Josef Boehle, Bhai Sahib Professor Mohinder Singh Ahluwalia OBE KSG, Imam Ibrahim Mogra and Dr Peter Rookes.
Stories, heritage and inspiration for all
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