India, Aug. 15 -- Actor-politician Hema Malini still marvels at the legacy of Sholay, 50 years after she brought Basanti to life on screen with fun and flair. While she's open to the idea of a remake with new-age actors, she believes the original Ramesh Sippy film's impact can never be replicated.

Sholay etched its name in Indian cinema's hall of fame with its iconic friendship between Jai and Veeru, Gabbar's menacing villain act, and the heartwarming romance between Basanti (Hema Malini) and Veeru (Dharmendra). The film's dialogues and songs continue to captivate audiences. Amitabh Bachchan took on the role of Jai, and Amjad Khan as Gabbar. It also featured Sanjeev Kumar and Jaya Bachchan. The film still holds the record for most ticket...