Mumbai is about to experience a cinematic blast from the past with a special screening of the legendary film ‘Sholay,’ marking nearly half a century since its original release. The iconic movie, penned by the renowned writing duo Salim-Javed, is set to enchant audiences once again on August 31.
This unique event, scheduled for Regal Cinema, Mumbai, will offer fans an exclusive opportunity to revisit the magic of ‘Sholay’ on the big screen. The screening is being organized as part of a tribute to the celebrated Salim-Javed partnership, celebrating their profound impact on Indian cinema.
The announcement of this one-time screening was made via Tiger Baby Films’ official Instagram account. The post read, “Celebrate the magic of Salim-Javed 50 years later! One-time screening of Sholay in cinemas this Saturday, August 31st! Bookings open tomorrow.”
In attendance will be the film’s esteemed director, Ramesh Sippy, alongside the legendary writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. The film, a quintessential piece of Indian cinema, tells the riveting tale of Ramgarh, a village terrorized by the infamous bandit Gabbar Singh, portrayed by Amjad Khan. The story follows retired police chief Thakur Baldev Singh (played by Sanjeev Kumar) as he recruits two small-time criminals, Jai (Amitabh Bachchan) and Veeru (Dharmendra), to help him tackle Gabbar Singh. The plot thickens as Jai and Veeru discover the personal vendetta Thakur has against Gabbar, adding layers of drama and intensity to the narrative.
The screening comes at a time when the allure of Salim-Javed’s cinematic genius is being revisited through the docu-series ‘Angry Young Men,’ which delves into their remarkable career. The series, titled ‘Angry Young Men: The Salim-Javed Story’, features interviews with a host of celebrities, including Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, and Amitabh Bachchan, and explores the impact of their groundbreaking work in the film industry. Directed by Namrata Rao and produced by Salman Khan Films, Excel Media and Entertainment, and Tiger Baby, this three-part documentary offers an in-depth look at the legendary pair’s journey.
For film enthusiasts and fans of classic cinema, this screening of ‘Sholay’ is an unmissable event, promising to rekindle the magic of one of Bollywood’s greatest films.
