Close X
Saturday, November 23, 2024
ADVT 
Bollywood

Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan Still Meet As Jai-Veeru

IANS, 15 Aug, 2015 02:32 PM
  • Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan Still Meet As Jai-Veeru

Superstar Amitabh Bachchan says the bond he shares with "Sholay" co-star Dharmendra is like the iconic pairing of Jai-Veeru even today.

About his friendship with Dharmendra in real life, Bachchan said: "What you saw in the film is the kind of bond Dharam ji and I share even today. We meet today not just as co-actors but as Jai-Veeru."
 
The bond of Bachchan as Jai and Dharmendra as Veeru was one of the highlights of "Sholay". The song picturised on them, "Ye Dosti Hum Nahin Todenge" is one of the most popular friendship songs in the history of Indian cinema.
 
About the benchmark the Jai-Veeru friendship set, Bachchan said: "Once people love a particular thing, it becomes an example. The first thing gets stuck in the minds of people and they feel that this example should be followed."
 
Dharmendra perhaps played a role in Bachchan being finalised for the film.
 
 
"When I was unsure if I'll get cast in the film, I even visited Dharam ji's home and told him that I deeply wish to work in this film and if you could recommend me that would be great," he said.
 
In a reference to the coin tossed by the two characters in the film, Bachchan defined friendship as "Friendship is that kind of a coin where both sides have the same image. And friendship for me is the kind where I'll always wish that my friend lives on forever."
 
Bachchan also shared anecdotes about the film, including mulling numerous changes to ensure its success and the friendly interaction with the entire cast.
 
The revenge drama was one of the best examples of a masala film. Written by renowned writer duo Salim-Javed, the movie was directed by Ramesh Sippy and also starred Amjad Khan, Hema Malini and Sanjeev Kumar among others.

MORE Bollywood ARTICLES

Watch: Pakistan, India's 'Love For Food' Shows Up In New Independence Day Celebrations Video

Watch: Pakistan, India's 'Love For Food' Shows Up In New Independence Day Celebrations Video
For the Independence Day celebrations of India and Pakistan, online food delivery marketplace Foodpanda has launched a video which captures the universal love for food in both the countries.

Watch: Pakistan, India's 'Love For Food' Shows Up In New Independence Day Celebrations Video

'Good Over Evil' Theme Makes 'Sholay' Resonate Even Today: Amitabh Bachchan

'Good Over Evil' Theme Makes 'Sholay' Resonate Even Today: Amitabh Bachchan
Forty years since it hit the screens on August 15, 1975, "Sholay" continues to entertain due to its evergreen 'victory of good over evil' theme

'Good Over Evil' Theme Makes 'Sholay' Resonate Even Today: Amitabh Bachchan

Alia Praises 'Brothers', Excited On Being Directed By Karan Malhotra

Actress Alia Bhatt, who will be working with director Karan Malhotra in “Shuddhi”, says she is excited to work under him after watching his latest film “Brothers”.

Alia Praises 'Brothers', Excited On Being Directed By Karan Malhotra

Salman's Gymnastics Trainer Makes It To 'Jhalak Reloaded' Stage

Salman's Gymnastics Trainer Makes It To 'Jhalak Reloaded' Stage
Superstar Salman Khan’s gymnastics trainer Kailash Bhatt will be seen as the spotlight performer of the week on the celebrity dance reality show "Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa Reloaded".

Salman's Gymnastics Trainer Makes It To 'Jhalak Reloaded' Stage

Kapil Sharma Had Never Thought Of Doing Movies

Kapil Sharma Had Never Thought Of Doing Movies
India's most loved TV show anchor Kapil Sharma is all set to debut on the big screen, but the stand-up comic says he had never thought he would get a chance to do movies.

Kapil Sharma Had Never Thought Of Doing Movies

Abhishek My Real Life Veeru: Big B

Abhishek My Real Life Veeru: Big B
It comes as no surprise as apart from being a doting dad, the 72-year-old also shares love for football and gadgets with his son.

Abhishek My Real Life Veeru: Big B