Veteran lyricist and screenwriter Javed Akhtar is thrilled about the re-release of the iconic film Sholay, praising its enduring popularity and timeless appeal. Akhtar, who co-wrote the film's dialogues with Salim Khan, attributes its success to its memorable characters, witty dialogue, and the perfect casting of Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra as Jai and Veeru.