BHĀRAT KATHĀ
​भारत कथा 

Karan Singh shares his wisdom on spirituality, self-reliance, and the true meaning of a Guru. He explains how turning inward, focusing on meditation, and understanding the Shabad can lead to deeper self-awareness and peace. Through his teachings, Karan Singh helps us see how spirituality can be a part of our everyday lives, using simple examples and thoughtful insights. With Subtitles in English

Get ready for an inspiring journey with a 108-year-old Indian man who’s still going strong! Loved and cared for by his family, his life is all about love, tradition, and staying young at heart. This heartwarming short film is packed with life lessons and secrets to living a long, happy life. Aatma Singh shares how love, respect, and community have shifted with the rise of money. Don’t miss this powerful story of life, loss, and change!

ਦਰਸ਼ਨ ਸਿੰਘ ਨਾਲ ਇਕ ਅਸਾਧਾਰਣ ਯਾਤਰਾ 'ਤੇ ਚਲੋ, ਜੋ ਬੋਰਦੋ ਤੋਂ ਇੱਕ ਫਰਾਂਸੀਸੀ ਮਰਦ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਆਪਣੇ ਆਪ ਨੂੰ ਪੰਜਾਬ ਦੇ ਰੰਗੀਨ ਦਿਲ ਵਲ ਖਿੱਚਿਆ ਮਹਿਸੂਸ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਵਾਈਨ ਨੂੰ ਲੱਸੀ ਅਤੇ ਫਰਾਂਸੀਸੀ ਪੇਸਟਰੀ ਨੂੰ ਪਰੌਂਠਿਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਬਦਲਦਿਆਂ ਹੋਏ, ਦਰਸ਼ਨ ਦਾ ਪਿਆਰ ਅਤੇ ਅਪਣਾਪਾ ਲੱਭਣ ਦਾ ਸਫ਼ਰ ਮਹਾਂਦੀਪਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਪਾਰ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ। ਮਜ਼ਾਕੀਆ ਗਲਤੀਆਂ, ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਟਕਰਾਵਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਦਿਲ ਨੂੰ ਛੂਹਣ ਵਾਲੇ ਪਲਾਂ ਦੇ ਗਵਾਹ ਬਣੋ ਜਦੋਂ ਦਰਸ਼ਨ ਆਪਣੀ ਨਵੀਂ ਪਹਿਚਾਣ ਨੂੰ ਅਪਨਾਉਂਦਾ ਹੈ, ਬਿਊਰੋਕ੍ਰੇਸੀ ਨਾਲ ਲੜਦਾ ਹੈ, ਮੂਲ ਨਿਵਾਸੀਆਂ ਨਾਲ ਦੋਸਤੀ ਕਰਦਾ ਹੈ, ਅਤੇ ਅਖੀਰਕਾਰ ਇੱਕ ਐਸਾ ਪਿਆਰ ਲੱਭਦਾ ਹੈ ਜੋ ਸਰਹੱਦਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਪਰੇ ਹੈ। ਇਹ ਬਦਲਾਅ, ਹਿੰਮਤ ਅਤੇ ਉਸ ਮਰਦ ਦੀ ਅਟੱਲ ਭਾਵਨਾ ਦੀ ਕਹਾਣੀ ਹੈ ਜਿਸ ਨੇ ਪੰਜ ਦਰਿਆਵਾਂ ਦੀ ਧਰਤੀ 'ਤੇ ਆਪਣੀ ਕਿਸਮਤ ਨੂੰ ਦੁਬਾਰਾ ਪਰਿਭਾਸ਼ਿਤ ਕੀਤਾ।

दर्शन सिंह के साथ एक असाधारण यात्रा पर चलें, जो बोर्दो के एक फ्रांसीसी व्यक्ति हैं और जिन्हें पंजाब के जीवंत दिल की ओर खींचा जाता है। वाइन के बदले लस्सी और फ्रांसीसी पेस्ट्री के बदले परांठे लेते हुए, दर्शन का प्यार और अपनापन पाने का सफर महाद्वीपों और संस्कृतियों को पार करता है। हास्यपूर्ण घटनाएं, सांस्कृतिक टकराव और दिल को छू लेने वाले पलों का गवाह बनें, जब दर्शन अपनी नई पहचान को अपनाते हैं, नौकरशाही से लड़ते हैं, स्थानीय लोगों से दोस्ती करते हैं, और अंततः एक ऐसा प्यार पाते हैं जो सीमाओं से परे है। यह परिवर्तन, दृढ़ता और एक ऐसे व्यक्ति की अटूट भावना की कहानी है, जिसने पांच नदियों की भूमि में अपनी नियति को फिर से परिभाषित किया।

Embark on an extraordinary journey with Darshan Singh, a Frenchman from Bordeaux who finds himself drawn to the vibrant heart of Punjab. Swapping wine for lassi and French pastries for parathas, Darshan’s quest for love and belonging takes him across continents and cultures. Witness the hilarious mishaps, cultural clashes, and heartwarming moments as Darshan embraces his new identity, battling bureaucracy, befriending locals, and ultimately discovering a love that transcends boundaries. This is a tale of transformation, resilience, and the unbreakable spirit of a man who redefines his destiny in the land of five rivers.

Shamsher Singh Rana is one of the millions displaced after the 1947 partition, which formed India and Pakistan. The fire caused by the division continues to burn in hearts and bring tears to those who witnessed its carnage — families and friends separated, lives lost, homes burnt. The fragmented memories, the moments between. Old friends separated by the border haven’t been reconciled or recovered in the aftermath. Shamsher left the mother whose love was more emotional than the biological mother behind the borderlines. Seventy-three years on, he hasn’t forgotten the warm embrace of his Muslim mother.

Story of a girl who fought against the culture. Story of A woman who is fighting to save the culture

A monk lives a life in solitude - not for him the the world of Maya rather days of contemplation, study, an ascetic life living in the off world monasteries. The purpose -  to escape this transient world of perception and obstruct the mind to take shape in the form of desires of women and gold. Now they have been lured and spellbound by the likes and follows of social media. ​ The Internet became a blessing in disguise to capture the story of the monk who I talked without speaking, find out what I mean by that by watching the story. Although he did say one word in the end, ask me what that means by leaving a comment either on Instagram or Youtube. ​ So, sit back and enjoy the story with English captions.

Bharat Katha: Punjabi Mothers and Daughters Singing Wedding Songs Thanks to the Kangar family for their hospitality and inviting their friends on a short notice to sing songs on a lazy summer afternoon A post about how I got there is on the https://www.bharatkatha.com Thanks to the stars of the show - Bachni Devi, Amro Devi, Gita, Kamlesh, Soma Devi, Kamla Rani, Kaushalya, Sunita Rani, Mamta Rani, Kanta Rani, Shindo Devi, Nimma Devi For more stories visit https://www.bharatkatha.in

Meet the joker minister of India. He rides his bicycle hundreds of kilometres every year to visit the mother Poorna temple up in the Himalayas. He has been consistently coming from the last 26 years in the blistering heat of the Indian summer with temperatures soaring higher than 45 degrees. I stumbled upon him on the last day of my trip as I was walking back early morning from my photography walk. People ask me how do you find them and as I say - I think I found them but in reality but they’re waiting to be found to share their story - the India story. So sit back and enjoy the story of Kuldeep Saxena with subtitles.

Meet Rajendra Awasthi, a native of Rajasthan — he has a keen interest in history and is proud to present the correct record to anyone who visits his city, the city of Jaisalmer. He also wants to debate India’s education system, which he believes needs a radical change as pupils’ quality in schools is in steep decline due to the government’s policies promoting mediocrity.

Meet Rana Hamir Singh Sodha, the present Rana of what was once the kingdom of Amarkot. Rana Hamir Singh Sodha is one of the last remaining Hindus in Pakistan. He shares with us the story behind why they decided to stay in Pakistan while the rest of Rajputs decided to leave to set up new homes in India after the 1947 Partition. Despite the separation, he frequently visits India for family gatherings. I found him in Jaipur when he came to celebrate the birthday of his niece. Rana Hamir usually wears his traditional Rajputana attire although while travelling he prefers to wear camouflage as he finds it comfortable. During our conversation, he opened up that he was schooled in India until his early teens and mostly stayed with his Rajput relative who was in the Indian army, and he only had seen the civilian life after he returned back and had to start a new life in Amarkot. He not only had to learn the mannerism and etiquettes of the Amarkot Dhaat kingdom but had to learn new languages as well - Dhaati, Sindhi among a few. So, sit back and enjoy the story of Rana Hamir Singh of Amarkot Dhaat. with English, French, German, Italian and Spanish subtitles. Also, coming shortly on Amazon Prime Video in UK, USA, Germany and Japan.

Do you think music is a commotion, a drama? Meet Swaroop Khan, who has a story to share both in words and in music. Although he is facing an uphill task to disprove some people from his community, he is doing something different than the rest. I found him in Jaisalmer. Swaroop Khan comes from the pedigree of Manganiars who are renowned skilled musicians of Thar Desert - The Thar desert singers. They have survived through the patronage of Rajput Kings and their songs have been passed orally through generations. Although they are Muslims they perform Hindu rituals and their songs are in praise of Hindu deities and celebrate Hindu festivals. They traditionally invoke the Hindu God Krishna to seek his blessing before beginning their recital. This episode marks the end of sabbatical I had all this time. Hopefully I shall release more video stories soon. I have created a new intro and new music, you'd need to use headphones to hear it well (the full song is on its way as well). I’d love to hear what you think! Do send me a message. So, sit back and enjoy the story with English, Chinese, French, German, Italian and Spanish subtitles. Also, coming shortly on YouTube, Amazon Prime Video in UK, USA, Germany and Japan. Namaste

(Press CC for subtitles) What's the similarity between an artist and a peacock? After a long pause, I am back again to share a new story. Meet Rajesh Bhaat, he is a Kathputli puppeteer. Kathputli is the single string puppet theatre native to Rajasthan, with a history stretching back thousands of years. I stumbled upon him in Jaipur. He invited me to his home in the Katputli colony – a colony, a slum of street performers, artists and craftsmen living together. Rajesh Bhaat Nagori comes from a family where the art of Kathputli puppetry has been passed down through seven generations. He shares with - how there's a commonality between a peacock and an artist? So sit back and enjoy the story of Rajesh Nagori with subtitles in English, Italian, Spanish, German and French. Also on youtube - youtu.be/xazPrqbPNvY

While strolling through the narrow streets of old Delhi, I found Ishrat Ali in Jama Masjid waiting: waiting to catch his train back to Kashmir, his home. He was returning after finishing his exams from Aligarh Muslim University. I struck up a conversation with Ishrat. He shares with us his views on the sweetness of the Urdu language, and his thoughts on a life lived well which according to him is meant for preparation of life after death. He also relates a poem by the eighteenth century Mughal-era poet Mirza Ghalib, and a funny story about King Haroon Rashid and Behlool the Insane. Notice the way he tell of his age which is cryptic and poetic at the same time. Although it sounds more beautiful in his native tongue Urdu than the translated versions. So sit back and enjoy the story of Ishrat Ali with subtitles in English, Italian, Spanish, German, French, Russian and Portuguese.

Meet Kailash Chandra Bhatt, a true bohemian from the foothills of Himalayas - Uttarakhand. He is a farmer, an activist and a poet. During his youth he fought for the creation of a new state, Uttarakhand. He is one of the last few from his generation who are still continuing with activism although the mission and the world around him has changed. Despite it being over twenty years since the creation of Uttarakhand, Kailash's dream of a new era based on the Gandhian philosophy of Swaraj and simple living has been crushed by the level of corruption that took hold after independence. He shares with us his poetry and perhaps a solution. The release of this episode also happens to coincide with the man with a camcorder's birthday :) So sit back and enjoy the story of Kailash Chandra Bhatt with the subtitles in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian and Turkish.

Subtitles in English. In my Indian journeys I have stumbled upon some incredible people over the years. Jaswant Singh is one of those people. An incredibly talented man, a guru who left a prestigious Sherwood College in the foothills of Himalayas to follow the wishes of his father. He shared with me his family history and one of his hobbies - a musical talent her mother recognised at a very young age and encouraged him her whole life; which he still continues to hone. He also shares with us his resume which he initially created for it to be send to the Indian film superstar Amitabh Bachchan, who is also an alumni of the Sherwood college. I have enclosed the document along with the video. Although I'd encourage you read it after watching the video as it might contain spoilers. Document Link - http://flic.kr/p/nWVJux He can also draw perfect circles from both hands simultaneously which he has drawn in the enclosed document.

With subtitles in English, Italian, Spanish, Chinese and French. I'm back with lot of stories to share after a pause. The one releasing today is the story and beliefs of Tapinder Singh. He shares with us - what does it mean to be a Gursikh? And why certain traditions can withhold the natural progress of a country or a group? And how India had to pay a huge price for that? For subtitles please press CC.