Hema Malini Shot Sholay Barefoot Against Mother's Wishes, Film Set Records

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Hema Malini Shot Sholay Barefoot Against Mother's Wishes, Film Set Records
- •Hema Malini celebrated Sholay's 50th anniversary with director Ramesh Sippy, refreshing old memories.
- •She shared a fan-made recreated version of Sholay where characters live happily in Ramnagar village.
- •Ramesh Sippy revealed Hema Malini immediately accepted the role of Basanti after reading the script, despite initial concerns about the role's size.
- •Hema Malini's exceptional memory allowed her to deliver Sholay's long dialogues with ease.
- •She danced barefoot on hot stones for the song 'Jab Tak Hai Jaan' against her mother's wishes, enduring difficulties to complete the shoot.
Why It Matters: Hema Malini's dedication to Sholay, including shooting barefoot against her mother's wishes, contributed to its iconic status.
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