Amit Aryan is a prominent writer known for his work on shows and movies like FIR, Yeh Un Dinon Ki Baat Hai, Lapataganj, ABCD, and Do Knot Disturb.
2. What did Amit Aryan claim about Salim-Javed?
Amit Aryan claimed that Salim-Javed are not writers but rather plagiarists who stole stories and ideas from other films.
3. Which film did Amit Aryan say was copied by Salim-Javed?
Amit Aryan argued that Salim-Javed's iconic film Sholay (1975) was copied from Raj Khosla's Mera Gaon Mera Desh (1971).
4. What specific similarities did Amit Aryan point out between Sholay and Mera Gaon Mera Desh?
Amit Aryan highlighted that in both films, there are characters with similar roles and plot points. For example, Vinod Khanna played a dacoit named Jabbar Singh in Mera Gaon Mera Desh, which became Gabbar Singh in Sholay. Additionally, the character of a retired soldier with one hand cut off in Mera Gaon Mera Desh was replicated in Sholay with a retired police officer having both hands cut off.
5. How did Amit Aryan describe Salim-Javed's work?
Amit Aryan described Salim-Javed's work as 'copied' and 'plagiarized,' emphasizing that every frame in their movies is borrowed from other works.
6. What was Amit Aryan's stance on Salim-Javed being considered great writers?
Amit Aryan argued that despite their influence and iconic status, Salim-Javed never produced truly original work. He believes they are better at selling ideas than creating them.
7. Did Amit Aryan have any personal interactions with Salim Khan?
Yes, Amit Aryan mentioned that Salim Khan is a fan of his show FIR and has even invited the entire team for lunch on multiple occasions.
8. How did Dharmendra respond to Amit Aryan's claims?
Dharmendra, who starred in both Sholay and Mera Gaon Mera Desh, responded by saying that the villains of both films could have been cousins, suggesting that while there may be similarities, it doesn't necessarily mean one film was copied from the other.
9. What did Amit Aryan say about the documentary series Angry Young Men?
Amit Aryan described the documentary series Angry Young Men as 'hogwash,' arguing that it was made by Salim-Javed's children and featured a group of 'liars' praising them.
10. How did Amit Aryan differentiate between inspiration and copying?
Amit Aryan emphasized that while inspiration is acceptable, copying without acknowledging the original work is plagiarism. He believes Salim-Javed crossed this line by not giving credit where it was due.
11. What is the broader impact of Amit Aryan's claims on the film industry?
Amit Aryan's claims have sparked a debate within the film industry about originality and plagiarism. While some see him as a critic who highlights the lack of originality in some iconic films, others defend Salim-Javed's contributions to Bollywood.
