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Dhurandhar: Before Sara Arjun, 1300 actresses auditioned for Yalina's role opposite Ranveer Singh, revealed Aditya Dhar

Sara Arjun, once a celebrated child actor, now steps into a powerful role in Dhurandhar, chosen after 1,300 auditions, marking a major turning point in her acting career.
March 18, 2026 / 15:29 IST
Dhurandhar: Before Sara Arjun, 1300 actresses auditioned for Yalina's role opposite Ranveer Singh, revealed Aditya Dhar
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  • Sara Arjun stars in Dhurandhar: The Revenge with Ranveer Singh
  • She began as a child actor, acclaimed for Deiva Thirumagal
  • Sara was chosen after 1,300 auditions for her role in Dhurandhar

As Dhurandhar continues to build momentum ahead of the release of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, one name that has sparked curiosity among audiences is Sara Arjun.

While the spotlight has largely been on Ranveer Singh and his intense transformation, many are now asking a simple question: who exactly is Sara Arjun?

Sara Arjun is not new to the camera. In fact, she has been in the industry for over a decade, starting her journey as one of the most recognised child actors in Indian cinema.

She is the daughter of actor Raj Arjun, known for his powerful performances in films like Secret Superstar and Thalaivii. Growing up in a film environment, Sara found her footing in acting at a very young age.

She first gained widespread attention with her performance in the Tamil film Deiva Thirumagal (2011), where she starred alongside Vikram. Her portrayal of a young girl in an emotionally heavy narrative won her critical acclaim and instantly made her one of the most sought-after child artists in the country. What stood out even then was her ability to emote with maturity far beyond her age.

Over the years, Sara went on to feature in multiple films across languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu projects. She appeared in films like Ek Thi Daayan and continued to build a quiet but consistent career, balancing strong performances with selective choices. Unlike many child actors who fade away, Sara steadily transitioned towards more mature roles.

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Now, with Dhurandhar, she steps into a completely different space. This is not just another role, it is a high-pressure, performance-driven character in a film mounted on a massive scale. Director Aditya Dhar revealed that nearly 1,300 auditions were conducted before Sara was finalised, highlighting just how competitive and crucial this casting decision was.

Sharing screen space with a powerhouse like Ranveer Singh, Sara is expected to bring both emotional depth and intensity to the story. The trailer already hints at a layered character, one that could become a defining moment in her career.

As Dhurandhar: The Revenge gears up for its March 19 release, Sara Arjun’s journey from a celebrated child artist to a promising leading performer is finally coming into sharper focus.

Vaishnavi Gavankar is a senior entertainment journalist with over 8 years of experience covering Bollywood, Television, OTT platforms, and regional cinema.
first published: Mar 18, 2026 03:29 pm

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