February 15, 2026

Sippy

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Dharmendra nearly killed Amitabh Bachchan after firing a real bullet, Big B escaped death by just half a centimetre; Ramesh Sippy recalls a terrifying ‘Sholay’ moment |

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Five decades after Sholay rewrote the grammar of Indian cinema, director-producer Ramesh Sippy has revealed a chilling behind-the-scenes moment that could have altered film history forever. In a recent interview, Sippy recalled how Amitabh Bachchan escaped death by just half a centimetre — with Dharmendra unknowingly pulling the trigger.“It happened while filming the climax,” Sippy…

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‘Newspapers declared Sholay a flop,’ Ramesh Sippy recalls harsh criticism as the film re-releases in theatres 50 years later |

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Fifty years after its release, Sholay, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra alongside Hema Malini, Sanjeev Kumar and Amjad Khan, is back in theatres with its original ending—one that audiences never got to see the first time. For director Ramesh Sippy, the re-release has reopened memories of a time when the film was written off long before…

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Sholay director Ramesh Sippy says, ‘We’ll have other good actors, but there will be no Dharmendra again,’ recalls meeting Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol |

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Veteran filmmaker Ramesh Sippy paid an emotional tribute to Dharmendra at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on Thursday during a special session titled 50 Years of Sholay: Why Sholay Still Resonates. Speaking about the late legend, Sippy reflected on their five-decade bond and Dharmendra’s irreplaceable legacy in Indian cinema.When an audience member…

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‘Dharmendra was courageous to work in a female-led film Seeta Aur Geeta,’ says Ramesh Sippy: ‘Didn’t know Sanjeev Kumar and him both fancied Hema Malini’ | Hindi Movie News

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Many female actresses today have often said that male stars do not wish to be a part of women-oriented movies. However, it’s not just now, but female-led movies where the actress had more screen time or meatier part was common even in the 70s. For example, ‘Seeta Aur Geeta’ which starred Hema Malini in a…

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Asrani was born to play jailor in ‘Sholay’, the role will never be forgotten: Ramesh Sippy |

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Veteran actor Asrani will always be remembered for portraying the dictatorial jailer in “Sholay” as it was a role ‘he was born to play’, says director Ramesh Sippy.Condoling the death of the actor on Monday at the age of 84, the “Sholay” director said Asrani seemed “absolutely fine” when they recently met. “It (demise) feels…

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‘I would not touch it: ‘Sholay’ director Ramesh Sippy on why he will never make a sequel, censor issues, restored ending | Hindi Movie News

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Filmmaker Ramesh Sippy has revealed he would never remake or create a sequel to the iconic ‘Sholay,’ fearing comparisons to the original. He also discussed the film’s censor issues during the Emergency, where scenes were cut due to their intense impact. The restored version will feature the original ending where Thakur avenges Gabbar. The Amitabh…

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Ramesh Sippy reacts to Dharmendra–Hema Malini’s famous ‘Sholay’ rumour ahead of film’s Re-Release; ‘I’m sure he did a lot of things’- Exclusive | Hindi Movie News

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Director Ramesh Sippy humorously addressed rumors of Dharmendra bribing crew to prolong shoots for Hema Malini. He confirmed ample time for their romance during Sholay’s filming, adding a charming anecdote to the iconic film’s legacy. This 1975 blockbuster, recently restored in 4K, continues to captivate audiences with its enduring story and unforgettable characters. Source link

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Ramesh Sippy on ‘Sholay’ Climax: “We had to accept the verdict during the Emergency” | Hindi Movie News

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Filmmaker Ramesh Sippy revealed how India’s Emergency in 1975 necessitated changes to Sholay’s climax. While censors aimed to curb violence, the released version, where police intervene before Thakur Baldev Singh could kills Gabbar, was well-received. The film was recently showcased at Toronoto International Film Festival after being restored in 4K version. The film was recently…

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‘Dum Maaro Dum’-fame Rohan Sippy on 8-hour shift debate sparked post Deepika Padukone’s exit from film: ‘Not the right…’ |

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In a recent discussion sparked by Deepika Padukone regarding the 8-hour workday, filmmaker Rohan Sippy chimed in, arguing that the nature of the film industry defies conventional hours. He asserts that filmmakers and crew must remain flexible to accommodate everything from actor meetings to late-night shoots. Deepika Padukone has been rocking the headlines for initiating…

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