The documentary series “Whispers of Wisdom”, produced by the Islamic Civilization Center in Uzbekistan and created on the authorial initiative of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, has advanced the final stage of the New York Festivals TV & Film Awards 2026 — one of the most prestigious awards in the global film industry. The project features internationally acclaimed Academy Award-winning actor Ben Kingsley.

The achievement indicates that an international panel of experts has highly rated the project. At the final stage, the documentary will compete for bronze, silver or gold awards. The winners are scheduled to be announced at the Storytellers Gala ceremony on May 21, 2026.

The documentary explores the rich intellectual and spiritual heritage of the Islamic world through the immense contributions of prominent Central Asian scholars — Khwarizmi, Fergani, Ibn Sina, and others — to the development of world civilization. It also provides an in-depth analysis of the Timurid and Boburid periods, as well as the legacy of other historical civilizations in the region, highlighting their impact on the development of science, medicine, and philosophy through a scholarly yet accessible format.

Previously, materials from the project were presented to international audiences and broadcast on leading global television channels, including CNN, BBC, and Euronews, further strengthening its prominence in the global information space.

The New York Festivals TV & Film Awards is an internationally recognised prize in the television and film industry, distinguished by its rigorous selection process, broad geographic representation of participants, and high level of competition. Previous top honours have been awarded to projects produced by leading media organisations such as BBC, National Geographic, and Netflix.

The Center of Islamic Civilization in Uzbekistan currently holds an active position in the international scientific and cultural arena, consistently implementing projects that combine academic research, modern technologies, and global media communications.