Archive · 6 Jun 2025
Kamal Haasan Admits Initial 'Hate' for 'Sholay' Movie
Actor Kamal Haasan admitted he initially disliked the movie 'Sholay' when he first saw it.
He explained that he was actually impressed by the film's high quality, which made him feel like he had to improve as a filmmaker.
He told Amitabh Bachchan and director Ramesh Sippy, and shared his admiration.
This was said while promoting their latest movie, which made Haasan and Bachchan reminisce on their work in cinema.
Kamal Haasan revealed he initially 'hated' the film 'Sholay'.
Haasan's reaction stemmed from professional envy and admiration for 'Sholay's' technical brilliance.
Haasan shared this anecdote during a promotional event for 'Kalki 2898 AD'.
Amitabh Bachchan praised Haasan's work, calling him 'much greater than all of us'.
Haasan later worked with 'Sholay' director Ramesh Sippy.
- Who
- Kamal Haasan and Amitabh Bachchan
- What
- Kamal Haasan revealed his initial reaction to the film 'Sholay'.
- When
- During a promotional event for 'Kalki 2898 AD'.
- Where
- The promotional event for 'Kalki 2898 AD'.
- Why
- His reaction was due to professional envy and awe of the film's brilliance.
- Main Topic
- Kamal Haasan's reaction to 'Sholay'
- Event
- Promotion of 'Kalki 2898 AD'
- Key People
- Kamal Haasan, Amitabh Bachchan, Ramesh Sippy
- Haasan's Feelings
- Envy and admiration
- Shared During
- Mutual admiration of each other's work