Making his first-ever International Emmy nomination, Diljit walked the red carpet alongside filmmaker Imtiaz Ali. He impressed everyone in a shimmery suit jacket, crisp white shirt, black bow tie, black trousers, and his signature black turban. His nomination marked a global milestone for India, highlighting the legacy of Punjab’s legendary singer Amar Singh Chamkila.

Diljit competed against David Mitchell for Ludwig and Diego Vasquez for One Hundred Years of Solitude. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, Amar Singh Chamkila traces the singer’s rise as the “Elvis of Punjab” in the 1980s. Known for his bold, revolutionary songs, Chamkila’s life ended tragically in 1988 when he and his wife Amarjot Kaur were killed at the age of 27.

India has seen previous Emmy successes, such as Delhi Crime winning Best Drama Series in 2020 and comedian Vir Das winning in 2021 for Vir Das: For India. Despite missing the trophy, Diljit’s nomination has put Punjabi cinema on the global stage and inspired artists across India.

Fans and media praised his performance, while social media buzzed with messages of pride for his achievement. Diljit’s journey from regional cinema to the international spotlight shows how talent combined with perseverance can break barriers. His presence at the Emmys demonstrates India’s growing influence in global entertainment.

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Sandhwan added that he felt deeply saddened after hearing about the loss. He described Dharmendra as a timeless artist whose charm, kindness, and powerful acting left a strong mark on generations. Punjab Speaker Sandhwan Mourns Dharmendra’s Demise as a moment of great loss for Indian cinema and Punjabi culture.

The Speaker prayed for peace to the departed soul and hoped that God blesses the actor’s family with strength. He said the void left by Dharmendra can never be filled, yet his art will remain alive forever in the hearts of fans across the nation.

Dharmendra’s contribution to Indian cinema continues to inspire millions, and his legacy will stay alive through his films, humility, and love for his audience.

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Punjab Governor Gulab Chand Kataria and Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat attended the ceremony as Chief Guests. In addition, Rajya Sabha MPs Padma Shri Rajinder Gupta and Subash Barala, along with industry leaders Umang Jindal and Abhaynoor Singh, joined as Guests of Honour.
Dr. Varinder Garg, Founder of the Forum, led the conclave in partnership with Nivedita Trust and PFTAA.

The organisers said the event aimed to highlight the 12,000-year-old civilisational heritage of the Sapta Sindhu region. They explained that Punjabi cinema preserves this legacy through storytelling, folklore and music.

Moreover, the Forum unveiled the Sapta Sindhu logo and launched its official YouTube channel. A curated documentary traced nearly 100 years of Punjabi cinema and showcased iconic artists and historic films.

The Forum also honoured Padma Shri Nirmal Rishi, Mohammad Sadiq and Padma Shri Dr. Jaspinder Narula with Lifetime Achievement Awards. Several popular artistes, including Binnu Dhillon, Jasbir Jassi, Tania, Guggu Gill, Ninja, Sardar Sohi, Amar Noorie, Dev Kharoud and Smeep Kang, received special recognition.

Finally, a soulful performance by Master Saleem added energy to the evening. The Forum said it will continue promoting research, creative work and global representation of Punjabi culture.

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