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Amitabh Bachchan Recalls SHOCKING Incident Of Dharmendra Firing Real Gun On Sholay Sets: Main Bach Gaya....
Amitabh Bachchan, on his popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati, reveals an almost-on-the-edge-of-the-seat incident from the set of the historical 1975 film, Sholay. He narrated a time when Dharmendra, out of irritation, fired a real bullet during the shooting of the film's climax scene. Sholay, besides its riveting plot and direction, is also known for the unforgettable performances by its star cast.
Among the plethora of Bollywood movies, Sholay is hailed as a timeless classic that continues to enthrall audiences even after 45 years of its release. This iconic 1975 film, starring Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra, broke box office records and has left an indelible mark on the canvas of Indian cinema. Amitabh Bachchan, fondly known as Big B, recently revealed an amusing, yet tense, anecdote from the filming of Sholay’s climax sequence.
Real-Life Thrills on the Set of 'Sholay'
On a recent episode of his popular game show Kaun Banega Crorepati, Amitabh Bachchan was interacting with contestant Preet Mohan Singh, a DIG with CRPF and a fan of Sholay. As they discussed the movie, Bachchan disclosed an almost-on-the-edge-of-the-seat incident which transpired whilst shooting the film's climax. He revealed an incident when Dharmendra, out of irritation, had fired a real shot from the gun, for a scene where he was supposed to pick up ammunition to save Amitabh Bachchan's character, Vijay. The shot, luckily, missed Amitabh and he escaped unscathed.
A Stellar Cast Weaved Magic in 'Sholay'
Sholay stands apart in the hearts of audiences, not just for its riveting plot and path-breaking direction by Ramesh Sippy, but also for the unforgettable performances by its star cast. Along with Amitabh and Dharmendra, the film featured memorable performances by Jaya Bachchan, Hema Malini, Sanjeev Kumar as Thakur and Amjad Khan as the menacing villain, Gabbar. As per Sippy, the lead actors were so intrigued by Gabbar's character that they were willing to drop their hero image to play it. However, he found his perfect Gabbar in Amjad Khan, who stepped in after Danny Denzongpa backed out due to his commitments with Feroz Khan's film Dharmatma.
'Sholay' is not just a film; it is an emotion that continues to resonate among generations of Indian cinema lovers. The stories from its sets, like the real-life near-miss bullet incident revealed by Amitabh Bachchan, only add to the enduring charm and legacy of this classic movie. With its nuanced characters, unforgettable dialogues, and enthralling performances, it is indeed a masterpiece that will continue to entertain us for years to come.
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