Is there another movie that has influenced and impacted the cultural and cinematic landscape of India like Sholay (1975) did? It’s doubtful. Directed by Ramesh Sippy, this action-adventure film, which combines elements from Spaghetti Westerns, heist movies and samurai cinema, wasn’t just a blockbuster; it defined entertainment and exemplified masala cinema. Penned by the iconic Salim–Javed duo, Sholay boasted a star-studded cast comprising Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, Hema Malini, Jaya Bachchan and Amjad Khan among others.
Though a great deal has already been discussed and written about the movie, Sholay seems to be a treasure trove that continues to reveal intriguing details even today, 49 years after its initial theatrical release. Recently, actor-director Sachin Pilgaonkar took a trip down memory lane and recalled working on the film as an assistant director. He revealed that Ramesh would come to the set only to direct heavyweights like Amitabh, Dharmendra…
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