Overview

• Ramesh Sippy confirms plans for a new theatrical re-release of Sholay, saying it is likely to happen in November after recent festival showings.
• He says the new release will present the film in its original format, noting he was unhappy with the 2014 3D version because the soundtrack was altered.
• A restored print screened to a full house at the Toronto International Film Festival, where Sippy says the audience response mirrored reactions from 1975.
• Sippy confirms he is developing a new directorial project in early stages with writers, while industry chatter about it being an action film remains unconfirmed.
• The director, whose last release was Shimla Mirchi in 2020, emphasizes he prioritizes inspiration over chasing success and has resisted sequels or spin-offs for Sholay.