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Sidharth Malhotra's Bollywood journey, since his debut with 'Student of the Year' in 2012, has been a mix of highs and lows. 'Ek Villain' marked a significant success, but subsequent films struggled to maintain momentum. Despite attempts at reinvention and experimentation across genres, inconsistency at the box office has been a challenge.

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.

Neetu Kapoor reminisced about her grand 1980 wedding to Rishi Kapoor, revealing amusing details like the massive crowd of five thousand people at RK House. Amidst the chaos of pickpocketers and unwanted gifts, both Neetu and Rishi fainted during the ceremony due to the overwhelming atmosphere. To calm their nerves, they resorted to brandy, leading to a slightly tipsy pheras.

Salman Khan's generous nature shone at Riddhima Kapoor Sahni's wedding, where he volunteered as a bartender. However, his celebrity presence caused a humorous situation as guests repeatedly visited the bar not for drinks, but to be served by him. Eventually, Rishi Kapoor had to intervene to manage the alcohol stock and restore order, showcasing their strong bond despite limited collaborations.