Chu Bao Que wins Best Film at Haryana Fest
New Delhi [India], March 26: The film “Vuon Tinh Yeu – Prem Ki Surdhara,” produced by the India Book of Records, won the Best International Film Award at the 8th Haryana International Film Festival, held at Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, on March 25, 2026. Honorary Doctor, Professor, record holder, and artist Chu Bao Que, who also serves as Chairman of the Policy and Development Consultative Council of the Vietnam Federation of UNESCO Associations (VFUA), received the prestigious award from Mahamandaleshwar Swami Shri Gyananand Ji Maharaj, spiritual guru, social worker, and the founder of Shri Krishna Kripa Seva Samiti and GIEO GITA (Global Inspiration & Enlightenment Organization – GITA).
Speaking at the event, Prof. Dr. Chu Bao Que shared that cinema is not only an artistic expression but also a powerful medium of cultural diplomacy. Through “Vuon Tinh Yeu – Prem Ki Surdhara,” he noted, the team aims to revive the deep-rooted cultural connections between Vietnam and India, built over thousands of years. He emphasised that the film conveys a message to the world that heritage remains alive when it is shared, preserved, and reimagined together. He further added that the journey is not only about honouring the past but also about inspiring future generations to take ownership of cultural heritage, highlighting that Vietnam and India, as two ancient civilisations, have a responsibility to lead this dialogue globally.
Photo caption: Prof. Dr. Chu Bao Que received the Best International Film Award at the 8th Haryana International Film Festival, held at Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.
In the photo (L–R): Justice Lalit Batra, Swami Shri Gyananand Ji Maharaj, Prof. Dr. Chu Bao Que, Dharmender Dangi, Vikas Sharma, Walid Hasbi, and Dr. Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury.
Recently, Prof. Dr. Chu Bao Que achieved another milestone in Japan as part of his mission to protect and promote cultural heritage across countries. Upon his return, he was honoured by the Government of Vietnam for this achievement, and a book on his work was also released.
The four-day film festival featured 80 internationally acclaimed films from multiple countries in different languages. It was attended by a diverse group of Indian and international filmmakers, artists, media professionals, and cinema enthusiasts. Vietnamese delegates played a significant role in the event, underscoring its global appeal. Notable attendees included Dr. Nguyen Hoang Anh (Julia), General Secretary of World Records Union (WorldKings) and Permanent Vice-Chairwoman of Vietnam Records Organization (VietKings); Mrs. Hoang Thu Hang, Head of the Culture Department, Sports and Culture Newspaper – Vietnam News Agency; Artist Chu Thuy Hang, Head of the UNESCO Vietnam Folk Arts Group; and Artist Nguyen Thu Trang, Deputy Head of the UNESCO Vietnam Folk Arts Group, among others.
The organiser Mr. Dharmender Dangi welcomed the Vietnamese delegates by organising a traditional Haryanvi dance performance. A vibrant Vietnamese dance presentation by Vietnamese and Indian students also paid tribute to Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage.
The film “Vuon Tinh Yeu – Prem Ki Surdhara” is part of the Indo-Vietnam Cultural Heritage Exchange Program. Under this initiative, “Guardian of Heritage,” authored by Dr. Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury, was also released by the India Book of Records in February 2025. The premiere of the film has been organised with the objective of promoting cultural exchange between the two nations – India and Vietnam – and reviving their historical cultural bond spanning thousands of years.
Dr. Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury, Chief Editor of the India Book of Records, graced the occasion and presented copies of the India Book of Records 2026 Edition to esteemed dignitaries, including Swami Shri Gyananand Ji Maharaj; Prof. Som Nath Sachdeva, Vice-Chancellor of Kurukshetra University; Justice Lalit Batra, Chairman of the Haryana Human Rights Commission; Mr. Walid Hasbi, Cultural Ambassador of Morocco; Prof. Chu Bao Que; Dr. Nguyen Hoang Anh (Julia); Mr. Dharmender Dangi; and other distinguished guests.
“Vuon Tinh Yeu – Prem Ki Surdhara” marks a significant milestone for its production team, as it makes its debut at international film festivals. Directed by Biswadeep Roy Chowdhury, with Vimal Mishra as Director of Photography, the film serves as a cultural bridge between India and Vietnam, celebrating their shared heritage through music, storytelling, and visual artistry.
The film adopts a symbolic storytelling approach, portraying shared spiritual and cultural values through music, imagery, and layered narratives, presenting a “garden of memory” where love connects deeply with heritage and identity. Prof. Dr. Chu Bao Que has pioneered a cross-national cultural cooperation model in which cinema and the arts serve as pillars of diplomacy, and his international work has contributed to building a global heritage network while strengthening Vietnam’s role in cultural diplomacy.
The film also raises an important question: how can heritage remain alive in modern society? Its answer lies in continuous reinterpretation – heritage thrives when it is retold and reimagined. The success of the film highlights cinema’s power to connect cultures and marks a significant milestone in India-Vietnam cultural collaboration.
As the festival unfolds, the film’s recognition highlights not only its cinematic excellence but also the enduring cultural bond between India and Vietnam, with the potential to inspire global audiences. The Vietnamese-dubbed version of the film will soon be released in Vietnam and worldwide, with English subtitles, in cinemas and on OTT platforms.
The film represents more than just cinema; it embodies the flourishing Indo-Vietnam cultural collaboration and serves as a symbol of friendship, heritage, and artistic diplomacy.
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