50 years of ‘Sholay’: When the screen went dark during its screening at Minerva theatre in Mumbai and how director Ramesh Sippy saved the day

Sholay, the iconic Indian film, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Director Ramesh Sippy shared stories about the film’s early days. There was a technical glitch during the premiere at Mumbai’s Minerva Theatre. Sippy personally delivered carbon for the projector to ensure smooth screenings. Initially, the film struggled at the box office. Twenty minutes were cut, impacting audience reception.