Sholay

Dharmendra’s death has brought back the Sholay-era stories of how his fondness for Hema Malini shaped the set, evolving from quiet admiration to unmistakable affection that everyone around them sensed.

Do you know Dharmendra was the highest paid actor in Sholay, charged Rs 5 to 15 lakh for one film in 80's, details inside

Dharmendra, one of Hindi cinema’s most cherished veterans, is now resting at his Juhu home after being discharged from Breach Candy Hospital. His wives Prakash Kaur and Hema Malini, along with the entire Deol family, are by his side, praying for his continued recovery.

When Hema Malini revealed why she lives separately from Dharmendra: 'No husband and wife like to live separately but sometimes...'

Hema Malini’s marriage to Dharmendra remains one of Bollywood’s most enduring and unconventional love stories, a bond defined by passion, restraint, and quiet strength that continues to fascinate generations long after the golden era of Hindi cinema.

Sholay restored version with director’s original ending to premiere at Sydney festival

The Indian Film Festival of Sydney (IFFS) has announced that the restored version of Sholay will serve as its centrepiece film this October, offering audiences a rare opportunity to revisit one of Indian cinema’s greatest classics in its original form.

Bobby Deol attends Sholay 4K screening with Ramesh Sippy at TIFF 2025

At TIFF’s 50th edition, the restored 4K version of Sholay premiered, celebrating 50 years since its 1975 release and reviving the timeless classic’s cinematic magic for a packed audience.

The Ghost of Rakesh Jhunjhunwala: Shankar Sharma on India's big bull

Writing as Le Grand Fromage, the market veteran remembers his association with the Indian market's big bull. He says, Indian investors have a Sholay problem. Rakesh has become the sole yardstick, the lone arbiter of whether you are a successful investor or just a DeLorean trying to become a Ferrari Purosangue.

Sholay turns 50, Amul brings back Jai and Veeru ‘Yeh Dosti’ magic to celebrate golden jubliee

As Sholay gears up for its 50th anniversary on August 15, 2025, Amul has paid a creative tribute with a nostalgic and humorous “Yeh Dosti” themed topical, featuring animated versions of Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra in their iconic bike scene.

50 Years of Sholay: Iconic characters of Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra and others reimagined

Fifty years after Sholay reshaped Bollywood, imagine its 2025 remake—dacoits, dusty villages, iconic dialogues, and revenge reborn with a fresh star cast. A modern Ramgarh awaits, blending nostalgia with today’s cinematic flair.

When Naseeruddin Shah called Rajesh Khanna 'poor actor', said "Amitabh Bachchan hasn't done any great film, Sholay is a not great film"

Naseeruddin Shah’s fearless honesty has long set him apart in Bollywood. In past interviews, he stirred controversy by bluntly criticizing legends like Rajesh Khanna and Amitabh Bachchan, calling Khanna a "poor actor" and dismissing Sholay as "not a great film."

Jaya Bachchan pushes for ‘Deewar’ and ‘Sholay’ stamps on their 50th anniversary in Rajya Sabha, says, "please don't kill this industry"

On March 27, 2025, veteran actress and Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan brought Bollywood into Indian politics by invoking the legacy of iconic films Deewar and Sholay in the Rajya Sabha. She urged the Modi government to issue commemorative stamps marking the 50th anniversary of these cinematic landmarks, emphasizing the cultural importance of preserving India’s film heritage.

Sholay's old movie ticket goes viral, ticket price will leave you stunned

Ramesh Sippy’s Sholay, featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Hema Malini, Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, and Amjad Khan, is a Bollywood classic that overcame early setbacks to achieve legendary status.

30 years of Friends: Why the popular sitcom is the Sholay of TV

Friends has lived rent-free in our minds for decades because it is deeply entrenched in pop culture like no other show. Much like Sholay has

When Sanjeev Kumar allegedly proposed Hema Malini during Sholay shoot, got rejected and predicted that he will die before 50

Sanjeev Kumar, born Harihar Jethalal Jariwala, was a legendary Bollywood actor known for playing older characters with remarkable depth. Despite his success, his personal life was marked by heartbreak. He proposed to actress Hema Malini during the filming of Sholay but she rejected him, leading him to remain single for life. Eerily, Kumar predicted his early death, stating he wouldn't live past 50, much like the men in his family.

Mumbai has a date with Oscar awardee Giuseppe Tornatore at a festival of Italian classics

Mumbai's Regal Cinema will witness a three-day Italian film festival, from September 27-29, where the 'Cinema Paradiso' director will be present to give an award, followed by a retrospective of his classic films, and cult movies of other Italian legends, including Federico Fellini, Vittorio de Sica, Sergio Leone and Luchino Visconti.

Sholay returns to the big screen: Writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar celebrate 49 years of iconic film

To honor the enduring legacy of Salim-Javed, a special one-time screening of Sholay took place at Regal Cinema on Saturday evening, marking 49 years since the film’s original release in 1975.

Why Bollywood should watch this Shahrukhkhan’s humanist tale of ordinary Muslim life

Kayo Kayo Colour? (What Colour?), by Shahrukhkhan Chavada, an independent filmmaker from Ahmedabad, is a stirring poetic ode to the ordinariness of his community’s life rarely seen on the big screen in India.

The hilarious reason why British High Commissioner wants to watch 'Gangs of Wasseypur'

British High Commissioner to India Alex Ellis shortlisted three films to begin his deep-dive into Bollywood.

Paytm boss Vijay Shekhar Sharma says he’s never watched ‘Sholay’ and Twitter is shocked

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder and CEO of digital payments platform Paytm, surprised cinephiles when he revealed that he has never watched Sholay.

Satyajit Ray’s ‘Pather Panchali’ declared best Indian film of all time. See others on the list

Satyajit Ray’s 1955 masterpiece Pather Panchali has been declared the best Indian film of all time by the Indian chapter of the International Federation of Film Critics (FIPRESCI).

Arvind Kejriwal channels Gabbar Singh from 'Sholay': 'Sleep, or else...'

During a rally in Lucknow, AAP convenor Arvind Kejriwal twisted a popular dialogue from Ramesh Sippy's 'Sholay' and said, "When kids play corrupt, mothers advise them to sleep off or Kejriwal will arrive."

Modi promised like DDLJ's SRK, turned out Sholay's Gabbar: RaGa

Referring to the 1995 hit starring Shah Rukh and Kajol, Rahul slammed Modi for his 'achhe din' promise.

Watch: Bollywood celebrates 40 years of Sholay

Watch accompanying videos of an exclusive chat with the legendary team behind the blockbuster film Sholay about their journey through the making of the movie, favourite moments and characters from the film.

Secret Kitchen: Viju Khote dons the chef's role

Remember the man who crooned "Sardaar...maine aapka namak kahya hain, sardaar" in Sholay? After doing more than 300 roles in different films, Viju Khote dons the chef's role for the latest episode of CNBC-TV18's Secret Kitchen.