0/5 Emergency is not simply exploring controversial themes—it is actively distorting historical events and misrepresenting the Sikh community in a way that could incite hatred and discrimination against a minority group that has faced oppression for decades.
To put this into perspective, imagine if Hitler were alive today and a propaganda film was released that actively vilified the Jewish community, distorting historical facts to justify the persecution they suffered under the Nazi regime. Such a film would undoubtedly cause outrage and harm not only to the Jewish community but to society as a whole. Would the BBFC still allow this film to be shown?
This is exactly what is happening with the Sikh community in Emergency. The film misrepresents the truth, portraying respected Sikh leaders in a deeply negative light and promoting a narrative that mirrors the Indian government’s historical oppression of our people.
The portrayal of Sant Jarnail Singh Ji, a revered figure in our community, as a villain is not just inaccurate but dangerous. This kind of distortion serves to inflame hatred and perpetuate harmful stereotypes against Sikhs, which have real-world consequences, especially for BAME and religious minority communities like ours.