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Dharmendra Suggested Amitabh Bachchan
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Dharmendra & Amitabh Bachchan Held Longest Record Of Cinema, After Veeru Suggested Big B For Jai, “Ye Naya Ladka…Accha Kaam Karega”

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Dharmendra & Amitabh Bachchan Held The Longest Box Office Record Of Cinema! (Photo Credit –YouTube)

Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra are the epitome of bromance when it comes to heroes playing best friends on screen. Sholay is one of the most iconic films of Indian Cinema, which again gave us Jai and Veeru. When Dharam Paaji and Bachchan Saab broke records lip-synching Yeh Dosti Hum Nahi Todenge (crooned by Manna Dey and Kishore Kumar). Fans were heartbroken when they saw Big B attending his on-screen best friend’s last rites today.

As the He-Man of Bollywood passed away at 89, he has given us countless reasons and films to remember him. One such iconic film would be Sholay indeed. Jai and Veeru’s jodi is not only the most loved on-screen pair, but it also holds the longest record at the box office for Indian Cinema. Scroll to read this unique record!

Jai & Veeru’s 19-Year Box Office Record!

Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra held the longest box office record with Sholay, which was released in 1975. The film, helmed by Ramesh Sippy, earned a net collection of 15 crore in India! After that, no Indian film could touch this mark at the box office till 1994! It was in 1994 that Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit’s Hum Aapke Hain Koun earned 72 crore in its lifetime, breaking Sholay’s record of being the highest-grossing Indian film from 1975 to 1994! Yes, 19 long years!

Dharmendra Suggested Amitabh Bachchan’s Name!

However, what if we tell you that it was he who insisted that director Ramesh Sippy cast Amitabh Bachchan in the film? Yes, for the unversed, Sholay‘s Jai was to be played by Shatrughan Sinha; however, in a classic twist of tale, it was Amitabh Bachchan who landed the role on Dharmendra’s suggestions. In one of the interviews, earlier this year, the Pippa actor finally revealed the story behind Amitabh Bachchan’s casting for the film, where Dharam Ji was originally offered Gabbar Singh and Thakur both!

Ye Naya Ladka…Accha Kaam Karega!

In June 2025, during a conversation with ANI, Dharam Ji said, “It has already been mentioned. Yes, I recommended him. Mai to kehta nahi Maine role dilaya. Ye mujhe milne aate the Amitabh Sahab. He used to sit next to me. To Maine Ramesh Sippy ji ko kaha yeh naya ladka hai, usko awaaz se to lagta hai bahut acha kaam karega.unki jo andar se chah thi…jo khud se pyar karne ki khoobsurati thi vo achi lagi..maine kaha inko lelo.”

Note: Box office numbers are based on estimates and various sources. Numbers have not been independently verified by Koimoi.

Check out the box office collection and latest verdicts of Hindi Films of 2025 here.

Must Read: Sholay Re-Release Box Office: Will OG Ending With Gabbar’s Death Help Amitabh Bachchan & Dharmendra Nail A Record They Couldn’t In 1975?

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‘Yeh 9 to 5 ka kaam nahi hai’: Adivi Sesh reacts to Deepika Padukone, Sandeep Reddy Vanga's row over 8-hr shift in films
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‘Yeh 9 to 5 ka kaam nahi hai’: Adivi Sesh reacts to Deepika Padukone, Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s row over 8-hr shift in films

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Actor Adivi Sesh has opened up about his opinion on Deepika Padukone’s reported demand for an 8-hour shift and then her exit from Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s Spirit over the latter’s refusal. Speaking with Pinkvilla, Adivi said that what is acceptable for an actor and a director is “what is agreed upon between them.” Talking about how the working hours are different, Adivi said that “it is not a 9-5 job.”

Adivi Sesh talked about Deepika Padukone and Sandeep Reddy Vanga’s 8-hour shift row.

Adivi Sesh on Deepika, Vanga 8-hour shift row

Adivi said that there aren’t any rules per se when it comes to work timings in cinema. “What is agreed upon between a filmmaker and his actors is the only thing that matters. There is no rule per se. Kyuki film 12 ghante banate hai, 18 ghante banate, 6 ghante banate, marzi. Oversimplify kar rahe hai agar bol rahe hai ki 8 ghante, 6 ghante. Yeh 9 to 5 ka kaam nahi hai (Because film is made for 12 hours, 8 hours, 6 hours, it is their wish. It is being oversimplified if you are saying that work needs to be 8-6 hours. This is not 9 to 5 work),” he said.

Adivi on Deepika’s demand as a new mother

The actor also responded when told that Deepika’s demand was because of her motherhood. “As far as I am concerned, I think it’s entirely based on the agreement between the filmmaker and the actor. Practically, it will not work if they have to shoot. If 20 more days get added to the schedule and the budget is not there, how do they accommodate it? I think whatever it should be, it should be agreed upon beforehand. Motherhood or otherwise,” he added.

About Deepkia, Vanga row on working hours

Earlier this year, Deepika’s exit from Spirit led to a debate about work-life balance. Several reports had emerged saying that Sandeep Reddy Vanga rejected some of her demands, including an 8-hour shift, a share in the film’s profits, and not speaking her lines in Telugu. Actor Triptii Dimri replaced Deepika in Spirit. She will be seen alongside Prabhas.

Deepika then joined filmmaker Atlee for a sci-fi film. It will star Allu Arjun. Produced by Sun Pictures, it is tentatively titled AA22 x A6.

Adivi’s upcoming movies

Fans will see Adivi with Mrunal Thakur in Shaneil Deo’s Dacoit. The film, which also stars Anurag Kashyap, is being shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu.

Adivi also has G2 with Emraan Hashmi. The Telugu drama, which also stars Wamiqa Gabbi, will hit the theatres on May 1, 2026. Vinay Kumar Sirigineedi made his debut as a director with the movie. Murali Sharma, Supriya Yarlagadda, and Madhu Shalini are also a part of G2.

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