Sholay: Bollywood epic roars back to big screen after 50 years with new ending

Published: 6/25/2025
Sholay: Bollywood epic roars back to big screen after 50 years with new ending
In a historic event, the iconic Bollywood film Sholay makes a grand return to the big screen after 50 years with its fully restored, uncut version premiering at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Italy. This version showcases the film's original ending and previously deleted scenes, marking a significant cinematic resurrection for fans. Crafted by writer duo Salim-Javed and starring Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra, Sholay is a classic Indian tale of good versus evil set in a fictional village, celebrated for its cultural impact and memorable dialogues. The restoration of this legendary film involved a meticulous process that uncovered lost film elements in Mumbai and the UK, culminating in a faithful recreation of the epic masterpiece.