Sholeh

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Sholeh : فیلم هندی شعله : is a 1975 Indian action-adventure film directed by Ramesh Sippy. Considered one of the greatest films in the history of Indian cinema, it was honored as the best Indian film of the past century and in the entire history of Bollywood during a celebration for the centenary of Indian cinema. The main cast includes Dharmendra, Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjeev Kumar, and Hema Malini. Ramesh Sippy, with a nod to the concept of seven samurais, crafts a highly suspenseful film, with a runtime of approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes, maintaining a relentless pace throughout.

The storyline revolves around the conflicts between Thakur, a retired police officer, and Gabbar Singh, a notorious criminal. Gabbar Singh has murdered Thakur's family and severed his hands. Thakur, deeply affected by this tragedy, seeks ruthless revenge. To achieve this goal, he hires two fearless and resolute men.

The film is known for its epic narrative and sustained intensity, with a runtime comparable to the 3 hours and 27 minutes of "Once Upon a Time in America." The story unfolds in the context of the quest for vengeance, blending action, adventure, and drama.