Archive · 15 Aug 2025
'Sholay' Turns 50: Postcards, Celebrations Mark Golden Jubilee
To celebrate 50 years of the classic Indian movie 'Sholay', the Maharashtra Postal Circle created special postcards.
They also launched a special pack to mark this milestone.
The head of the postal service in Maharashtra, Amitabh Singh, gave the first set to Ramesh Sippy, the film's director.
Actor Sachin Pilgaonkar, who was in the film, shared pictures and memories.
The event was attended by many people who love the movie, showing how much it is still loved today.
Maharashtra Postal Circle released special postcards and a presentation pack for 'Sholay's' 50th anniversary.
The film 'Sholay' was originally released on August 15, 1975.
Sachin Pilgaonkar shared old pictures and memories of the film on his social media.
Amitabh Singh, Chief Postmaster General, unveiled the commemorative items at a special ceremony.
The launch event in Mumbai was attended by Ramesh Sippy, his family, and other film personalities.
- Who
- Maharashtra Postal Circle, Ramesh Sippy, Sachin Pilgaonkar
- What
- Maharashtra Postal Circle released special postcards to commemorate 50 years of the film 'Sholay'.
- When
- August 15, 2025 marked the 50th anniversary of 'Sholay'.
- Where
- Maharashtra, Mumbai
- Why
- To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the film 'Sholay'.
- Event
- 50th Anniversary of 'Sholay'
- Organization
- Maharashtra Postal Circle
- Items Released
- Picture postcards and a presentation pack
- Director
- Ramesh Sippy
- Key Figures
- Amitabh Singh, Sachin Pilgaonkar
- Original Release Date
- August 15, 1975
