Half a century ago, a film rewrote the rules of Indian cinema forever. Sholay wasn’t just a blockbuster — it became a cultural phenomenon, its dialogues, characters, and music etched into the cinema lovers around the world.

Now, as Sholay turns 50, director Ramesh Sippy revisits the journey that shaped this saga, recalling the trials, triumphs and unforgettable moments behind the making of a movie that has long transcended the screen.

Among the countless memories, Sippy shares how there wasn’t a single day that didn’t bring a new challenge,” he says. “If it wasn’t the rain delaying shoots, it was the harsh sun. Nature had its own plans.” Another particular crisis involved a shoot in a stable, where everything that could go wrong went wrong. But the team pushed through. “The village we cr

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