Cult casting, majestic locations, and many firsts—70mm widescreen, stereophonic sound—director Ramesh Sippy's Sholay had it all. Here are some notable trivia.

When Sholay released on August 15, 1975, it was billed as India’s first true “curry western,” a spectacle that changed Hindi ...

In an interview with Hindustan Times, Hema Malini reflects on her iconic role as Basanti in Sholay as the film celebrates its ...

This means, on August 15, 2025, the film completed 50 years of its release and on the occasion of its golden jubilee ...

As ‘Sholay’ turns 50, we look at what it'll take for Bollywood to emulate its success and make the same emotional connection ...

The evergreen blockbuster Sholay, a film that redefined Indian cinema, completes 50 glorious years on August 15. Released in ...

As the movie marks 50 years, we look back at the film’s rocky start, record-breaking run, unforgettable characters, and the ...

In 1975, Sholay was the biggest hit of the year but there was one film that stood its ground against the Ramesh Sippy film, ...

In the latter part of the year, Sholay buffs will watch a newly restored film, extended by six minutes to its length, with ...

Fifty years after its release, Sholay remains a landmark of Indian cinema, transforming Bollywood with its unique blend of ...

When ‘Sholay’ opened in August 1975, few could have predicted its place in history. Shaped by bold creative choices, unexpected casting turns, and moments of sheer ingenuity, it grew into a film whose ...

When Sholay was conceived, the first character imagined was a dreaded dacoit — Gabbar Singh. Amjad Khan’s debut brought him ...