Friday, August 15, 2025

Maharashtra Postal Circle Commemorates Golden Jubilee of Iconic Film ‘Sholay’

Mumbai, August 15, 2025 – To celebrate the Golden Jubilee of G.P. Sippy’s legendary film Sholay, the Maharashtra Postal Circle released two specially designed picture postcards and a presentation pack, featuring an exclusive golden cancellation. The event marked 50 years since the film’s original release on August 15, 1975.

Shri Amitabh Singh, Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra Circle, officially unveiled the commemorative items and presented the first album to Shri Ramesh Sippy, the acclaimed director of Sholay.

The occasion was attended by noted personalities including Shri Shehzad Sippy, Shri Rohan Sippy, Mrs Kiran Joneja Sippy and Shri Shivendra Singh Dungarpur. Senior postal officers, Ms Kaiya Arora, Director Postal Services (Mumbai Region), Ms. Simran Kaur, Director of Postal Services (Headquarters), Maharashtra Circle and Smt. Rekha Rizvi, Director, Mumbai GPO, were also present.

The launch attracted a large gathering of philatelists and film enthusiasts, reflecting the film’s enduring popularity. Half a century after its release, Sholay continues to hold a special place in the cultural and cinematic heritage of India.

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