Abhishek Bachchan’s Lifelong Dream: Watching Sholay in Cinemas .!?
Actor abhishek bachchan expresses immense enthusiasm about finally watching “Sholay – The Final Cut” in theatres.
He calls it his lifelong dream, stating he has only ever watched the film on TV, VHS, and DVD, never on the big screen.
Abhishek posted the film’s poster on Instagram, featuring his father, amitabh bachchan, sharing his anticipation with fans.
Caption highlight: “The greatest story never told! Can’t wait to witness Sholay in all its glory on the big screen.”
The iconic film returns to theatres on december 12, 2025, marking a major cinematic event.
This release features a fully restored 4K version, offering superior picture quality and sound restoration.
The re-release commemorates the 50th anniversary of this landmark 1975 classic directed by Ramesh Sippy.
The updated version includes:
The original climax, shot during the 1970s, was removed before release.
Two previously deleted scenes, never seen in public theatres.
The climax was originally banned by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) during the Emergency era due to its violent intensity.
This version shows Thakur (Sanjeev Kumar) killing gabbar singh (Amjad Khan) using spiked shoes.
The sequence has long been a subject of debate and curiosity among film enthusiasts.
Its inclusion makes this release historically important and culturally significant.
The film has been restored by the Film heritage Foundation using meticulous 4K restoration techniques.
Their official X handle announced that the film will release across 1,500 screens in India.
The restoration aims to preserve one of India’s greatest cinematic achievements for future generations.
Earlier in 2025, the restored film was screened at the 50th Toronto international Film festival (TIFF).
The special premiere was attended by director Ramesh Sippy, actor bobby Deol, and other notable personalities.
He calls it his lifelong dream, stating he has only ever watched the film on TV, VHS, and DVD, never on the big screen.
Abhishek posted the film’s poster on Instagram, featuring his father, amitabh bachchan, sharing his anticipation with fans.
Caption highlight: “The greatest story never told! Can’t wait to witness Sholay in all its glory on the big screen.”
🟦 About “Sholay – The Final Cut.”
The iconic film returns to theatres on december 12, 2025, marking a major cinematic event.
This release features a fully restored 4K version, offering superior picture quality and sound restoration.
The re-release commemorates the 50th anniversary of this landmark 1975 classic directed by Ramesh Sippy.
The updated version includes:
The original climax, shot during the 1970s, was removed before release.
Two previously deleted scenes, never seen in public theatres.
🟦 Significance of the Original Climax
The climax was originally banned by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) during the Emergency era due to its violent intensity.
This version shows Thakur (Sanjeev Kumar) killing gabbar singh (Amjad Khan) using spiked shoes.
The sequence has long been a subject of debate and curiosity among film enthusiasts.
Its inclusion makes this release historically important and culturally significant.
🟦 Role of the Film heritage Foundation
The film has been restored by the Film heritage Foundation using meticulous 4K restoration techniques.
Their official X handle announced that the film will release across 1,500 screens in India.
The restoration aims to preserve one of India’s greatest cinematic achievements for future generations.
🟦 festival Recognition
Earlier in 2025, the restored film was screened at the 50th Toronto international Film festival (TIFF).
The special premiere was attended by director Ramesh Sippy, actor bobby Deol, and other notable personalities.