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Hema Malini shares her experience portraying Basanti in 'Sholay'. She talks about the character's talkative nature and her concerns about audience reception. Malini also discusses working with Ramesh Sippy in films like 'Andaz' and 'Seeta Aur Geeta'. She mentions her role in 'Shimla Mirch' and her collaborations with the Kapoor brothers. 'Seeta Aur Geeta' remains her most popular film.

Ramesh Sippy recognized Shah Rukh Khan's talent early on. He directed SRK in 'Zamaana Deewana'. The film did not succeed. Sippy believed SRK had immense potential. He predicted SRK would become a unique star. Sippy felt SRK should not try to be the next Amitabh Bachchan. Shah Rukh Khan indeed created his own legacy. He became a global superstar.