Overview of "Sholay" (1975)
"Sholay," directed by Ramesh Sippy, is a landmark in Indian cinema, often described as a "curry western." This film features an ensemble cast including Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar, Hema Malini, Jaya Bhaduri, and Amjad Khan as the iconic villain Gabbar Singh. Set in a small village terrorized by bandits, two former criminals are hired to defend the village. Its thrilling action, memorable music, and dramatic storytelling resonate with audiences, making it one of the most iconic Bollywood films of all time.