Hema Malini on 50 years of Sholay: A time came when my name almost became Basanti (Exclusive)

Hema Malini reflects on Sholay’s 50th anniversary, expressing surprise at its iconic status. She recalls being recognized as Basanti globally and praises the film’s impactful dialogues and performances. Malini acknowledges Dharmendra’s contribution to Veeru’s character and remembers the challenging railway station sequence. Initially, she considered the role small but accepted it due to her association with the director and producer.