Chandigarh, 23 February 2026:- The organizers of SikhLens: Sikh Arts and Film Festival 2026 have announced the arrival of legendary Olympic field hockey player Kuldeep Singh Bhogal, affectionately known as “Deepi,” in Chandigarh.
A historic personality in the world of sports, Kuldeep Singh Bhogal ‘Deepi’ represented Uganda at the 1972 Munich Olympics. Thereafter, his distinguished career progressed as a reputed coach, where he trained the national hockey teams of the United States of America and Canada, as well as the British Airways team. Currently residing in the United Kingdom, Deepi has arrived in Chandigarh to grace the 7th Indian edition of SikhLens: Sikh Arts and Film Festival. The event will be held on Saturday, 28 February 2026, at Tagore Theatre.
This morning, Kuldeep Singh Bhogal ‘Deepi’ met with patrons of SikhLens in India and media representatives, sharing experiences from his inspiring life journey. The main highlight of his visit was the public launch of his autobiography, The Legend of 1972: Life, Hockey, and Beyond.
He shared inspirational stories and personal experiences from his life and also signed special copies of his new autobiography for the attendees.
Published under SikhLens Publications, the book is a factual and emotional document of a life spread across multiple continents. It presents a remarkable confluence of human spirit, sporting excellence, and global humanitarian connection, offering readers a powerful and inspiring narrative.
The Legend of 1972: Life, Hockey, and Beyond will be officially available to readers on 28 February at SikhLens: Sikh Arts and Film Festival 2026.