At just 20, Sara Arjun is making major headlines — not only for starring opposite Ranveer Singh in the upcoming spy thriller Dhurandhar, but also for her transformation from India’s richest child actor to a full-fledged starlet commanding the spotlight in Bollywood.
Who Is Sara Arjun?
If she looks familiar, that’s because you’ve probably seen her grace the screen long before this leading-lady debut. Born in 2005, Sara is the daughter of actor Raj Arjun, and her tryst with the camera began when she was just over a year old. Spotted at a mall and cast in a commercial, her journey into the limelight was nothing short of cinematic.
But it was her emotionally powerful role as Vikram’s daughter in the 2011 Tamil drama Deiva Thirumagal that cemented her place as a child actor to watch. From there, she seamlessly moved across industries, featuring in films like Ek Thi Daayan, Saivam, and Saand Ki Aankh.
The Crown of India’s Richest Child Star
In 2022, Sara’s role as the young Nandini in Ponniyin Selvan I & II, directed by Mani Ratnam, became a career-defining moment. The magnum opus, led by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan as the adult Nandini, grossed a massive ₹800 crore worldwide, and propelled Sara into the elite club of India’s top-earning young stars.
With a reported net worth of ₹10 crore at the age of 17, she held the title of India’s richest child actor before turning 18 — a title later passed on to Riva Arora.
From Legacy to Lead: Dhurandhar Debut
Fast forward to 2025, and Sara is now taking on her first major role as the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh in Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar — a film packed with powerhouses like Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and R. Madhavan. The film’s intense first look, unveiled on Ranveer’s 40th birthday, has already set social media buzzing.
Though her glimpse in the teaser was brief, it was enough to leave fans curious — who is this poised beauty holding her own among the titans of Indian cinema?
What’s Next for Sara?
With Dhurandhar placing her firmly in the limelight, the fashion and film worlds are both watching closely. With her pedigree, poise, and proven performance power, Sara Arjun is no longer just a former child actor — she’s Bollywood’s next big breakout.
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