Sholay – The Final Cut: Restored, Uncensored, Original Climax Returns Today

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News18•12-12-2025, 11:08
Sholay – The Final Cut: Restored, Uncensored, Original Climax Returns Today
- •"Sholay – The Final Cut" is re-releasing in theaters, featuring a restored, uncensored, and enhanced version of the 1975 masterpiece.
- •The re-release includes the long-lost original climax, cut nearly 50 years ago, and two previously unseen deleted scenes.
- •The film has undergone a meticulous 4K restoration from original 70mm reels with Dolby 5.1 sound, resulting in a 209-minute version.
- •A controversial dialogue change from "James Bond" to "Tatya Tope" has sparked debate, with writer Javed Akhtar expressing disappointment.
- •Despite facing competition for screens, the film's legacy ensures a wide presence, with Abhishek Bachchan calling it a "lifelong dream" to see it on the big screen.
Why It Matters: Experience the iconic film Sholay fully restored with its long-lost climax.
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