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49 years of ‘Sholay’: Celebrating India’s greatest film ever

Released on August 15, 1975, ‘Sholay’ was the brainchild of writers Salim-Javed and directed by Ramesh Sippy. It was a time when Bollywood was transitioning, with filmmakers experimenting with different genres, narratives, and styles. ‘Sholay’ emerged as a film that seamlessly blended various elements—action, drama, romance, comedy, and music—creating a genre-defining “masala” film that appealed to audiences across the spectrum.