Films and Videos
Video: The making of Shukrana
25 October 2022
In anticipation of the Aga Khan Music Awards this weekend, take a look at this 10-minute Ismaili Sounds special behind the scenes video, The making of Shukrana. A collection of 50 music artists came together earlier this year to produce Shukrana in celebration of Mawlana Hazar Imam’s 65th Imamat Day. The song is an expression of gratitude for the guidance and leadership of our Imam-of-the-Time. Filmed in Vancouver, Toronto, and Lisbon, this short film tells the story of a unique international collaboration.
Video: Celebrating 50 - Episode four
29 September 2022
Episode four includes highlights from the signing of an Agreement of Cooperation between the Ismaili Imamat and the Government of British Columbia. Prince Rahim and Princess Zahra took part in the signing prior to a luncheon hosted by British Columbia's Lieutenant Governor Janet Austin. Let's join Mursal Bahri as she recaps the events in Celebrating 50, a behind-the-scenes video special at the commemorative events taking place across Canada this week.
Video: Celebrating 50 - Episode three
28 September 2022
Let's join Mursal Bahri for the third instalment of Celebrating 50, a special behind-the-scenes look at the commemorative events taking place across Canada this week. Episode three includes highlights from a luncheon in honour of Princess Zahra, hosted by Alberta Premier Jason Kenney in the presence of Alberta Lieutenant Governor Salma Lakhani. Also included are highlights from the inauguration of the Diwan Pavilion at the Aga Khan Garden in Edmonton, held later the same day.
Video: Celebrating 50 - Episode two
27 September 2022
Take a look at the second instalment of Celebrating 50, a special behind-the-scenes look at this week's commemorative events taking place across Canada. Episode two includes highlights from the groundbreaking ceremony of Generations Toronto, a multi-generational housing development close to the Ismaili Centre in Toronto. Distinguished guests included Prince Amyn, Ontario Premier Doug Ford, Toronto’s Mayor John Tory, and local and national leaders of the Jamat.
Video: Celebrating 50 - Episode one
25 September 2022
Join host Mursal Bahri for the first instalment of Celebrating 50, a special behind-the-scenes look at this week's commemorative events taking place across Canada. Day one includes highlights from the Municipal Honours ceremony held in Toronto.
Music video: Child of The Ocean
6 September 2022
To coincide with Prince Hussain's exhibition The Living Sea - Fragile Beauty currently on display in the UK, The Ismaili is pleased to present Child of The Ocean, produced and performed by the Ismaili Community Ensemble in the UK.
Video: The Exalted Status of the Ahl al-Bayt
7 August 2022
This short video explains the Shia view of the Ahl al-Bayt, the family of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).
Video: Ilm, Nass, and Bayah
3 August 2022
This short video explains three core principles of Imamat in the Ismaili Tariqah: ‘Ilm, Nass, and Bay’ah. To learn more about the Imamat of the Shia Ismaili Muslims, watch the full film A Guiding Light.
Video: Schools2030 Global Forum
1 August 2022
The inaugural Schools2030 Global Forum, recently held in Dar-es-Salaam, aimed to change mindsets on education reform and ensure that key stakeholders – namely teachers and schools – are valued as a key part of the conversation. The event was co-hosted by the Aga Khan Foundation and its partners UNICEF, the Regional Education and Learning Initiative (RELI), and the Government of Tanzania.
Video: Imam Ali in Islamic Traditions: In conversation with Dr Hussein Rashid
19 July 2022
In this talk, Dr Hussein Rashid discusses the moral leadership of Imam Ali and his significance to all Muslims, both Shia and Sunni.
Music video: Allah Tu Hazir
16 July 2022
As part of The Ismaili Sounds Jam Sessions series, we present “Allah Tu Hazir,” performed by the ZIKR Band. Originally released during the Diamond Jubilee year, this Hamd — composed and written by Kamal Haji — highlights the beautiful names of Allah and promotes the message of one humanity.
Music video: Allahuma Salli Ala
16 July 2022
On the occasion of Eid-e Ghadir, the Ismaili is pleased to present Allahumma Salli Ala, performed by Jishan Ali Thobani. This song is written in praise of the many qualities of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) and his progeny.
