Sholay: Look at most memorable characters of the iconic film

By Entertainment Desk | August 8, 2025

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The fun-loving, flirtatious, and brave half of the Jai-Veeru duo, known for his comic timing and love for Basanti.

Veeru (Dharmendra)

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The calm, intelligent, and introspective counterpart to Veeru, whose quiet strength and loyalty define the film’s emotional core.

Jai (Amitabh Bachchan)

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ne of the most legendary villains in Indian cinema, his terrifying presence and unforgettable dialogues made him iconic

Gabbar Singh (Amjad Khan)

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A talkative and fearless tonga driver with a heart of gold, whose romance with Veeru added charm and humor to the story.

Basanti (Hema Malini)

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The silent and sorrowful widowed daughter-in-law of Thakur, her chemistry with Jai is poignant and understated.

Radha (Jaya Bhaduri)

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A former police officer whose family was brutally killed by Gabbar, he recruits Jai and Veeru to exact revenge.

Thakur Baldev Singh (Sanjeev Kumar)

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A comical timber merchant who adds humor to the film with his exaggerated tales and distinctive speech.

Soorma Bhopali (Jagdeep)

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Gabbar’s loyal henchman, whose one-liner “Poore pachaas hazaar” became legendary.

Sambha (Mac Mohan)

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Another of Gabbar’s henchmen, who meets a grim fate in one of the film’s most quoted scenes.

Kaalia (Viju Khote)

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A kind-hearted blind man who symbolizes the innocence and suffering of the village under Gabbar’s terror.

Imam Saab (A. K. Hangal)

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