Sholay was made on a then-whopping budget of Rs 3 crore, a massive investment for the 1970s. Here's the cast salary for Sholay.

Then came Bachchan, who was paid Rs 1,00,000. Actress Hema Malini was paid Rs 75,000. Amjad Khan, who played Gabbar, reportedly was given Rs 50,000 for his iconic role.

That’s when, the role was offered to Jaya Bhaduri (now Bachchan), and catapulted her to fame. ... He then assured her that the dress was okay and not anything unusual for films.

A rare photograph from the sets of the 1972 classic ‘Bawarchi’, featuring Rajesh Khanna and Jaya Bachchan, has surfaced, evoking nostalgia. The film, directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, is remembered ...

The photo consisted of the film’s lead cast, each of whom had a pivotal role to play. Dressed in the character, Rajesh Khanna sat cross-legged on the floor with a smile on his face. Jaya Bachchan, ...

MUMBAI, (IANS) – Jaya Bachchan, renowned for her work in Indian cinema and politics, celebrated her 76th birthday on April 9. Born as Jaya Bhaduri in a Bengali family, Jaya’s father, Tarun ...

Amitabh Bachchan said that shooting for Sholay was “an unforgettable experience”, but he didn't know then that it would be a "watershed for Indian cinema".

Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bhaduri's 1973 wedding, a seemingly simple affair, faced unexpected drama when a Bengali priest objected to their inter-caste union. Jaya's father revealed the hurried ...

Amitabh Bachchan posted wedding pictures of himself and Jaya Bachchan on their special day. The photos showed them performing rituals and having conversations.