The 1975 cinematic phenomenon Sholay is all set to blaze across theatres once again, this time meticulously restored in 4K and showcasing its once-censored original climax. Though today it stands tall as India’s most iconic film, its early theatrical run painted a very different picture - disappointing reviews, weak collections, and anxious producers scrambling for fixes. The Emergency-era constraints had also forced the makers to alter their intended ending.

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What the Original Ending Was Meant to Be?

In the version conceived by the makers, the finale was considerably darker, with Thakur personally delivering justice by killing Gabbar. Sholay: The Final Cu

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