Sholay director Ramesh Sippy reveals he took 23 days to shoot one iconic Jaya and Amitabh Bachchan scene; here’s why
1975’s enduring cinematic gem, Sholay, continues to captivate audiences in Indian filmmaking. Recently, director Ramesh Sippy disclosed that he didn’t require Javed Akhtar’s input for alterations in the movie. He also unveiled an intriguing anecdote about a memorable scene starring Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan. This iconic moment took 23 days to film, owing to the limited two-minute slot during the ‘magic hour’ when the ideal shot could be beautifully captured.