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NDTV
7 hours ago
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Restored Uncut Version Of Sholay To Have World Premiere In Italy
New Delhi: Sholay, one of India's most celebrated films of all time, is set to create magic on the big screen once again with the premiere of its fully restored, uncut version at the prestigious Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna, Italy. The screening, commemorating the film's 50th anniversary, will take place on June 27, 2025 at the open-air Piazza Maggiore, said a press release. The Film Heritage Foundation (FHF) and Sippy Films have joined hands for the special showcase of the director's cut of the 1975 classic movie which was helmed by Ramesh Sippy. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Film Heritage Foundation (@filmheritagefoundation) Featuring an ensemble cast of Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Sanjeev Kumar, Jaya Bacchan and Amjad Khan, Sholay was written by Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. The film is considered an inalienable part of Indian pop culture due to its popular characters like Jai, Veeru and Thakur as well as Gabbar Singh, one of the iconic villains of Hindi cinema, and plenty of dialogues and action sequences. "Some things in life remain permanently etched in your mind. Sholay is one such film," said Amitabh Bachchan, who played the role of Jai in the movie. He also recalled the "unforgettable experience" of shooting the movie. "At the time I had no idea that it would be a watershed for Indian cinema. Its dramatic change in fortunes from being declared an unsuccessful venture, to its record-breaking box office run was an emotional rollercoaster for all of us. "It's wonderful that the Film Heritage Foundation has restored Sholay and that they have managed to locate and include the original ending as well as some deleted scenes in the restoration. I hope that even 50 years later, the film will capture the imagination of new audiences across the world," he added in a statement. Dharmendra, who essayed the part of Veeru, called Sholay the eighth wonder of the world. "I am thrilled to hear that the film is being restored and I am sure it will have the same success as it had 50 years ago. Who can forget the dialogues of Salim-Javed and the direction of Ramesh Sippy? So many scenes have gone down in the history of Indian cinema and every character became a star. But the real hero was the coin," he said. The veteran actor revealed that he was initially offered the choice between the roles of Gabbar and Thakur, but he wanted to play the role of Veeru as "he is so much like me". "I had so much fun on the shoot. My favourite scenes were the tanki scene, the scene in the temple, and so many others, but the most powerful scene I feel was the death of Jai, which is still etched in my mind," he added. Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, Director of Film Heritage Foundation, said, "My first memory of Sholay dates back to the time when I was six years old and I remember lamenting because my mother refused to allow me to go to the cinema to watch the film." "I would never have imagined that 50 years later, I would have the opportunity to work on the restoration of the film - often described as the greatest Indian film ever made - with Shehzad Sippy of Sippy Films," he added. Shehzad Sippy, representing Sippy Films, called the restoration of Sholay a deeply personal journey. " Sholay is the cornerstone of our family heritage and I am so proud that Sippy Films has been able to do a world-class restoration of the film with the Film Heritage Foundation. It has taken us three years, but we were able to find the original ending and some deleted scenes that the world will see for the first time at the grand premiere at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna," he added.
Time of India
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Sholay's restored, uncut version to be showcased at Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) "Sholay", one of India's most celebrated films of all time, is set to create magic on the big screen once again with the premiere of its fully restored, uncut version at the prestigious Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna, Italy. The screening, commemorating the film's 50th anniversary, will take place on June 27 at the open-air Piazza Maggiore, said a press release. Featuring an ensemble cast of Amitabh Bachchan , Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Sanjeev Kumar, Jaya Bacchan and Amjad Khan, "Sholay" was written by Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar and directed by Ramesh Sippy. The film is considered an inalienable part of Indian pop culture due to its popular characters like Jai, Veeru and Thakur as well as Gabbar Singh, one of the iconic villains of Hindi cinema, and plenty of dialogues and action sequences. "Some things in life remain permanently etched in your mind. 'Sholay' is one such film," said Amitabh Bachchan, who played the role of Jai in the movie. He also recalled the "unforgettable experience" of shooting the movie. "At the time I had no idea that it would be a watershed for Indian cinema . Its dramatic change in fortunes from being declared an unsuccessful venture, to its record-breaking box office run was an emotional rollercoaster for all of us. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like What She Did Mid-Air Left Passengers Speechless medalmerit Learn More Undo "It's wonderful that the Film Heritage Foundation has restored 'Sholay' and that they have managed to locate and include the original ending as well as some deleted scenes in the restoration. I hope that even 50 years later, the film will capture the imagination of new audiences across the world," he added. Dharmendra, who essayed the part of Veeru, called "Sholay" the 8th wonder of the world. "I am thrilled to hear that the film is being restored and I am sure it will have the same success as it had 50 years ago. Who can forget the dialogues of Salim-Javed and the direction of Ramesh Sippy? So many scenes have gone down in the history of Indian cinema and every character became a star. But the real hero was the coin," he said. The veteran actor revealed that he was initially offered the choice between the roles of Gabbar and Thakur, but he wanted to play the role of Veeru as "he is so much like me". "I had so much fun on the shoot. My favourite scenes were the tanki scene, the scene in the temple, and so many others, but the most powerful scene I feel was the death of Jai, which is still etched in my mind," he added. Shivendra Singh Dungarpur, director of Film Heritage Foundation, said, "My first memory of Sholay dates back to the time when I was six years old and I remember lamenting because my mother refused to allow me to go to the cinema to watch the film." "I would never have imagined that 50 years later, I would have the opportunity to work on the restoration of the film - often described as the greatest Indian film ever made - with Shehzad Sippy of Sippy Films," he added. Sippy, representing Sippy Films, called the project a deeply personal journey. "'Sholay is the cornerstone of our family heritage and I am so proud that Sippy Films has been able to do a world-class restoration of the film with the Film Heritage Foundation. It has taken us three years, but we were able to find the original ending and some deleted scenes that the world will see for the first time at the grand premiere at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Bologna," he added.
NDTV
5 days ago
- NDTV
"Mummy Just Watched": Boy, 9, Says He Saw "Uncle" Smother Father With Pillow
Alwar: A nine-year-old boy has become the key witness in a case where his father was allegedly murdered by his mother in collusion with her lover and a group of hired contract killers. The murder took place in the Kherli area of Rajasthan's Alwar on the night of June 7. The victim, identified as Veeru or Man Singh Jatav, was found dead at his home. Initially claimed by his wife Anita as a sudden decline in health, the truth unravelled over the next 48 hours after their son recounted the events to the police. According to the child's testimony, his mother left the main gate of the house open deliberately that night. Around midnight, four men, accompanied by a man the child identified as "Kashi Uncle", later revealed as Kashiram Prajapat, Anita's alleged boyfriend, entered the home. They found Veeru asleep in bed and killed him by suffocation and assault. The boy, who was lying nearby and pretending to be asleep, said he saw everything. "I had just fallen asleep when I heard a faint sound at the door. I opened my eyes and saw my mother opening the gate. Kashi Uncle was standing outside; there were four more people with him. I got scared, I did not get up, I started watching everything quietly. They came to our room. I got up and saw my mother standing in front of the bed. Those people punched him, twisted his legs and also choked him. Kashi Uncle had covered his mouth with a pillow. When I reached out for my father Kashi Uncle picked me up in his lap and scolded and threatened me," the boy said. "I became silent out of fear. After a few minutes, father died... then everyone left." The Probe According to the police, Anita and Kashiram had planned the murder in advance. The motive, police say, was their extramarital affair. Anita operated a small general store in Kherli, which Kashiram, a local street vendor who sold kachoris, would frequently visit. The two reportedly grew close over time. Anita and Kashiram allegedly arranged for Veeru's murder by offering Rs 2 lakh to four contract killers. On the night of June 7, Anita executed her part of the plan by leaving the main door unlocked. Kashiram arrived at the house on a motorcycle with the hired killers. Veeru was attacked in his sleep and pronounced dead the following morning. Initially, Anita told relatives that Veeru had suddenly fallen ill. However, the condition of the body, including clear injury marks, a broken tooth, and signs of suffocation, led to suspicions. A medical examination confirmed that Veeru had been murdered. Arrests And Evidence Trail Following a formal complaint by the victim's brother, Gabbar Jatav, police launched an investigation. The police reviewed over 100 CCTV footage clips from the area and analysed call data records. Three individuals, Anita, Kashiram, and one of the contract killers, Brijesh Jatav, have been arrested. Police are searching for the remaining three accused.
Time of India
17-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
Jai & Veeru: The accidental dons of 1,000 hectare Gorewada Jungle Drive
Nagpur: Inside the walled 1,000-hectare Gorewada Jungle Drive (GJD) forest on the outskirts of Nagpur, 'Jai' & 'Veeru' walk with a swagger, displaying complete disdain for leopards which abound in the area. The dynamic duo has ruled the vast forest for a decade now, and no predator dares to cross their path, let alone pick up a fight. No, 'Jai' & 'Veeru' are not predators with natural killing instincts – rather your friendly neighbourhood water buffaloes ! But 'friendly' is not a tag which these two carry, and the Gorewada Jungle Drive's leopards can vouch for that. The two are massive in size, almost giving a 'bison' feel. The duo feed off verdant grass and are not subjected to any 'work', like their city counterparts. S Bhagwat, in-charge of the Gorewada zoo project, said "Their size is massive because they are feral, which means not wild and not domesticated either. They eat as much as they want, they rest as much as they want and wander off as per their mood. In city, water buffaloes follow a specific schedule based on human interference. But here, they live by their rules." But being feral means, others around them must respect boundaries. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cost Of Amusement Park Equipment From Mexico Might Surprise You - See Tips Amusement Park Equipment | search ads Click Here Undo Bhagwat said, "They won't harm you. But if you get too close, or make them uncomfortable, then feral animals charge." Dozens upon dozens of leopards seemed to have learnt this lesson in the last decade, which is why nobody messes with 'Jai' and 'Veeru'. And just like the movie 'Sholay', it was destiny which brought this Jai-Veeru jodi to Gorewada. Back in 2014, they were young water buffaloes munching on grass, completely unaware that the last portion of the boundary wall had been set up, closing all exit routes forever. And since then, these two have mastered the landscape, survived leopards and other hazards to emerge as the real kings of the jungle. The next time you book a safari at GJD, keep an eye out for Jai-Veeru. If you are lucky, you might see the regal duo, walking through the thickets surveying the vast lands which they now lord over. Nagpur: Inside the walled 1,000-hectare Gorewada Jungle Drive (GJD) forest on the outskirts of Nagpur, 'Jai' & 'Veeru' walk with a swagger, displaying complete disdain for leopards which abound in the area. The dynamic duo has ruled the vast forest for a decade now, and no predator dares to cross their path, let alone pick up a fight. No, 'Jai' & 'Veeru' are not predators with natural killing instincts – rather your friendly neighbourhood water buffaloes! But 'friendly' is not a tag which these two carry, and the Gorewada Jungle Drive's leopards can vouch for that. The two are massive in size, almost giving a 'bison' feel. The duo feed off verdant grass and are not subjected to any 'work', like their city counterparts. S Bhagwat, in-charge of the Gorewada zoo project, said "Their size is massive because they are feral, which means not wild and not domesticated either. They eat as much as they want, they rest as much as they want and wander off as per their mood. In city, water buffaloes follow a specific schedule based on human interference. But here, they live by their rules." But being feral means, others around them must respect boundaries. Bhagwat said, "They won't harm you. But if you get too close, or make them uncomfortable, then feral animals charge." Dozens upon dozens of leopards seemed to have learnt this lesson in the last decade, which is why nobody messes with 'Jai' and 'Veeru'. And just like the movie 'Sholay', it was destiny which brought this Jai-Veeru jodi to Gorewada. Back in 2014, they were young water buffaloes munching on grass, completely unaware that the last portion of the boundary wall had been set up, closing all exit routes forever. And since then, these two have mastered the landscape, survived leopards and other hazards to emerge as the real kings of the jungle. The next time you book a safari at GJD, keep an eye out for Jai-Veeru. If you are lucky, you might see the regal duo, walking through the thickets surveying the vast lands which they now lord over.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Time of India
Two abduct woman & her brother, rape her in Dhar
Mhow: Two men were booked for abducting a woman and her brother, and raping her on Thursday night in Dhar. Sub-inspector Julie Amaliyar said, "The survivor and her brother reported that they went to buy some household items from weekly market on Thursday evening. When they were returning home on their bike, an SUV stopped in front of their bike and waylaid them. " Veeru alias Meeru and Sonu, residents of Bheirupada village, were in the SUV. They allegedly thrashed the man and took them to a secluded place, about 2 km away, in the car. Here Veeru allegedly raped her and then dropped them back to the spot of abduction and fled. Amaliyar said that the two were booked under sections 126(2), 127(2), 140(3), 64 (1) and 351(3) of BNS. A police team was sent to their houses but they had absconded. The search for them and further investigation are
