Upon its release, Sholay was declared a box office dud. However, after several changes, it went on to have housefull shows. This picture is from the Bangalore premiere of the film and features Javed Akhtar with Amitabh Bachchan and Ramesh Sippy. To note, the film is written by Salim-Javed. (Pic courtesy: Javed Akhtar X)
This picture of Amitabh Bachchan is with Jaya Bachchan and his parents at Sholay's screening in Minerva Theatre. The theatre plays a huge part in weaving film's history as it ran the film for 5 years and saw loyal fans turn up in hordes day after day. (Pic courtesy: Amitabh Bachchan X)
Sachin played the role of Rahim Chacha's son in the film who gets killed by dacoit Gabbar. He evoked nostalgia by sharing a picture of this scene featuring him and Amjad Khan. (Pic courtesy: Sachin Pilgaonkar Instagram)
Sachin Pilgaonkar, who played the role of Ahmed in the film, marked the golden anniversary by sharing a heartfelt post on Instagram.In this picture, he is seen posing with whole cast of the Sholay. (Pic courtesy: Sachin Pilgaonkar Instagram)
This BTS glimpse featuring Hema Malini, Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra evokes laughter for all the right reasons. We all remember the temple scene where Dharmendra disguises himself as God and gets caught by hema Malini.
Amitabh Bachchan's Jai and Dharmendra's Veeru shared an unbreakable bond in the flm. Their friendship became a highlight of the film and these BTS glimpse show how the actors had had fun while scripting history.
In this BTS, Amjad Khan (Gabbar) and Sanjeev Kumar (Thakur) are seen listening to a scene from Ramesh Sippy. While Anjad is seen tied up in chain, Sanjeev is decked up as an officer. (Pic Courtesy: Ramesh Sippy Instagram)
Sanjeev Kumar was cast as Thakur Baldev Singh, a former police officer whose arms were hacked off by Gabbar Singh. This BTS features Ramesh Sippy and Sanjeev Kumar having a conversation amid that scene. (Pic Courtesy: Ramesh Sippy Instagram)
This film changed the lives of actor's in many ways. One of the highlight was Hema Malini and Dharmendra's romance. This joyous pic captures Amitabh Bachchan clicking an adorable picture while the lovebirds pose.
This picture features Dharmendra, Ramesh Sippy and other crew mwmbers who are diligently explaining the scene to the actor. (Pic Courtesy: Ramesh Sippy Instagram)
Hema Malini starred as Basanti in Sholay and it remains one of her iconic roles to date. From her dance to fun scenes with Jai-Veeru, everything became a highlight. This picture shows, how she shot amid extreme conditions to deliver her best. (Pic Courtesy: Ramesh Sippy Instagram)
Sholay set was a fun place for the actors and this collage proves it. Amjad Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, and Dharmendra along with cast members had whale of a time shooting this cult classic.
Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra are seen engrossed in scene and meticulously reading the scrip along with Ramesh Sippy. They were the most dedicated actors of that time and this pic proves it! (Pic Courtesy: Ramesh Sippy Instagram)

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