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'Hema Malini nai milegi,' said Sippy to Dharmendra

IndiaTimes Thursday, 4 September 2025 ()
As 'Sholay' celebrated its 50th anniversary, director Ramesh Sippy shared insights into the film's casting. Dharmendra, captivated by Gabbar's character arc, initially desired to play the iconic villain, while Sanjeev Kumar also expressed interest.
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