Archive · 14 Jun 2025
Dharmendra Recalls Recommending Amitabh Bachchan for 'Sholay'
Dharmendra spoke about how he helped Amitabh Bachchan get the role of Jai in the film 'Sholay'.
He told director Ramesh Sippy that Amitabh's voice would be great for the part.
Dharmendra also mentioned he was impressed with Amitabh's personality and drive.
'Sholay' is still a very famous and loved film.
Dharmendra also noted he will be in the upcoming film 'Ikkis' with Amitabh Bachchan's grandson.
Dharmendra revealed he recommended Amitabh Bachchan for the role of Jai in 'Sholay'.
Dharmendra shared he told director Ramesh Sippy that Bachchan's voice was suitable for the part.
Dharmendra stated he liked Bachchan's 'desire' and 'beauty of loving oneself'.
The film 'Sholay' is regarded as a cult hit.
Dharmendra will be in 'Ikkis' with Amitabh Bachchan's grandson Agastya Nanda.
- Who
- Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, and Ramesh Sippy.
- What
- Dharmendra discussed recommending Amitabh Bachchan for the role in 'Sholay'.
- When
- Recently, during a conversation with ANI.
- Where
- Mumbai, India.
- Why
- Dharmendra was reminiscing about 'Sholay'.
Role Casting
Dharmendra's Recommendation
Casting
Role Casting
Amitabh Bachchan was recommended by Dharmendra.
Dharmendra's Recommendation
N/A
- Film Title
- Sholay
- Actor
- Dharmendra
- Recommended
- Amitabh Bachchan
- Director
- Ramesh Sippy
- Upcoming Film
- Ikkis
- Ikkis Director
- Sriram Raghavan
- Ikkis Actor
- Agastya Nanda
Sources
'Amitabh sahab mujhe milne aate the': Dharmendra recalls how Big B bagged role in Sholay because of him
Dharmendra recalls helping Amitabh Bachchan bag Jai’s role in Sholay: ‘Ramesh Sippy ji ko kaha yeh naya ladka hai…’
Did Dharmendra 'Recommend' Amitabh Bachchan For The Iconic Role Of Jai In Film Sholay? Actor Spill Beans
Dharmendra 'Recommended' Amitabh Bachchan For Sholay: 'Maine Unko Role Dilaya'
