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New Indian Express
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
'Violation of principles': Akal Takht directs filmmakers to refrain from making movies on Sikh historical figures
Gargaj pointed out that the Religious Advisory Committee of the SGPC had passed a resolution in 1934 strictly prohibiting the portrayal of Sikh Gurus and their family members. Similar resolutions were adopted in 1940, 2003, 2015, and 2022. The meeting was convened following the release of the film Akaal by Punjabi singer Gippy Grewal, which drew objections from Sikh organisations. The gathering included Sikh intellectuals, scholars, Panthic personalities, and artists who discussed the implications of films, animated productions, and AI-generated content related to Sikh Gurus, historical Sikh warriors, and Sikh history more broadly. Jathedar Gargaj later stated that the suggestions received during the meeting would be carefully reviewed. A committee will soon be formed to evaluate these suggestions in line with Sikh principles. A draft policy will be prepared in collaboration with the SGPC. Referring to Akshay Kumar's recent statement expressing his desire to make a film on Hari Singh Nalwa, Jathedar Gargaj reiterated that such a project would not be allowed. He emphasized that Nalwa, who was martyred in the Battle of Jamrud, is a revered figure in the Sikh community, and making films about Sikh martyrs is strictly prohibited. A statement issued by the Akal Takht Secretariat noted that scholars expressed concerns over how current technological trends pose significant challenges to Sikh identity, traditions, and philosophy. It stressed the importance of preserving and promoting traditional modes of religious engagement, such as oral traditions, Gurdwaras, and Sikh institutions. Jathedar Gargaj concluded by stating that all scholars present at the meeting unanimously agreed that the Sikh community cannot permit its heroes and martyrs to be used for commercial purposes. He emphasized that the Khalsa Panth remains clear and united in its position: no films should be made featuring representations of Sikh Gurus, their family members, Sahibzadas (sons of Gurus), Sikh martyrs, revered personalities, or Sikh religious ceremonies.
Time of India
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Won't let Akshay Kumar make film on Sikh martyr Hari Singh Nalwa: Akal Takht jathedar
Amritsar: Akal Takht officiating jathedar Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj has objected to Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar 's plans to make a film on the life of Sikh martyr Hari Singh Nalwa , advising producers to focus on social causes like sewa and langar than Sikh Gurus and martyrs. Jathedar was speaking to mediapersons after holding a gathering of panthic leaders, Sikh intellectuals, scholars, and prominent Sikh actors and artists at Akal Takht on Friday. The meeting was to discuss the production of films, animated movies, and AI-generated videos based on Sikh Gurus, their family members, historical warriors, martyrs, and aspects of Sikh history. Referring to a recent public statement by Akshay Kumar expressing interest in making a film on Sikh general Nalwa, jathedar Gargaj said that no permission would be granted for such a project. He emphasised that Nalwa, who was martyred in the Battle of Jamrud, is a revered figure in the Sikh community, and making films on Sikh martyrs is prohibited. Jathedar Gargaj said that all participants appeared concerned about the issue during the meeting, adding that the Sikh community cannot allow its heroes and martyrs to be used for someone's commercial interests. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo The jathedar reiterated that previous decisions taken by the SGPC were in line with Sikh tenets, and scholars unanimously agreed that the resolutions remain valid. During the meeting, the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee resolutions adopted in 1934, 1940, 2003, 2015, and 2022 concerning films on religious topics were reviewed, and it was agreed that future decisions must align with these precedents. A release issued by the Akal Takht secretariat stated that the scholars pointed out that current technological trends pose serious challenges to Sikh identity, traditions, principles, and philosophy. In this context, it is essential to preserve and promote traditional modes of religious outreach through oral traditions, Gurdwaras, and Sikh institutions. He announced that a committee would soon be formed to prepare a draft policy after evaluating the suggestions and related aspects, and a formal framework would be created in collaboration with the SGPC. BOX Jathedar appeals for peace amid border tensions Akal Takht officiating jathedar Giani Giani Kuldeep Singh Gargaj expressed concern over the tensions between India and Pakistan, stating that war is not a solution to any problem and that the message of peace, love, and brotherhood must be upheld. Expressing concern over the condition of families stranded at the Attari international border, he said, "Mothers are crying for their children, and children for their mothers." Wars, he said, have never solved any issues and have only brought devastation to humanity, animals, and the environment. Regarding the water dispute with Haryana, he said that Punjab holds the first right over its waters. He emphasized that this is not merely an issue of drinking water but a matter of preventing Punjab from turning barren. Water can only be given to Haryana if Punjab has a surplus, he said. MSID:: 120827306 413 |
