Over the years, Sonakshi Sinha has portrayed a variety of characters in both heartwarming dramas and suspenseful thrillers, but nothing comes close to the role that began it all for her father, the renowned Shatrughan Sinha.
In a recent appearance on The Right Angle With Sonal Kalra – Season 2, Sonakshi opened up about her dad’s unwavering support — and the one film he still holds closest to his heart. “My dad is my biggest fan,” she said with a grin.
“He’s that typical dad who truly believes his daughter can do no wrong. But when it comes to Dabangg, there’s just something different in his eyes when he talks about it. That film will always be his favourite.”
It’s a sweet revelation — and one that’s come at just the right time. Dabangg recently completed 15 years since its release, a film that not only introduced Sonakshi to the big screen, but also gave us Rajjo — a character that quietly made her mark in a loud, action-packed world.
The plot was grounded by Rajjo's quiet strength, warmth, and genuineness and Salman Khan's Chulbul Pandey's swagger and style stole the show. Sonakshi's character was the emotional rock—steady, honest, and subtly strong—rather than merely the love interest.
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And that’s exactly what seems to resonate with Shatrughan Sinha.
“Dabangg isn’t just a film for my family,” Sonakshi added. “It’s the beginning of everything.”
Fans still remember Rajjo fondly, not just for her chemistry with Chulbul, but for how effortlessly she became part of one of Bollywood’s most beloved franchises.
Fifteen years on, many roles have come and gone — but for Shatrughan Sinha, that first glimpse of his daughter on the silver screen as Rajjo is a memory that still brings pride, joy, and just a little sparkle to his eyes.
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