The success of Dhurandhar 2 continues, with audiences responding positively to the film’s performances and casting. Among them, actress Sara Arjun has drawn significant attention for her role as Yalina Jamali.
The film, released in 2026, is a sequel to Dhurandhar, which had already performed strongly at the box office. The pairing of Ranveer Singh and Sara Arjun once again became a key highlight. Despite early criticism over the age gap between the two actors, their on-screen chemistry has been widely appreciated by viewers.
Reports suggest that Sara’s performance has left a lasting impact, helping the film maintain its strong run.
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Casting decision after impressive audition
The casting process of the film has also come into focus. In a recent interview with The Right Angle, casting director Mukesh Chhabra shared details about how Sara was selected for the role. According to Mukesh, Sara stood out during auditions among thousands of candidates. He said that her performance was distinct and immediately noticeable.
He stated that Sara delivered a very good audition and managed to impress everyone present within a short time. He said, "We initially had a lot of discussions for this film. We felt that for the place this girl belongs to in the story, it was very important to take a fresh approach. At first, we thought of many big, established actors. Aditya received many messages from different people. I also got messages asking, ‘Why not me?’ Because, of course, it’s Ranveer. But we were very clear that the girl should feel completely fresh, like someone with no background at all, so that it looks like he is entering that world and going into her space.”
Director’s immediate approval
Film director Aditya Dhar reportedly made a quick decision after watching her audition. Mukesh revealed that the director was convinced about her suitability for the role right away.
Mukesh says, "Aditya sir is generally very simple. He had said, we needed exactly someone like this. Sara had made a place in sir's heart from the first meeting itself."
He also added, "Recalling Sara Arjun’s audition, Mukesh Chhabra shared how quickly the decision was made, “Jab usne woh scene kiya, immediately I sent it to Aditya on WhatsApp. He said, ‘Kaun hai yeh?’ I said she's the new girl, she's just done a few ad films as a child actor, and a few films as a child actor. Initially, we were thinking, ‘Will she look short?’ That is a calculation in casting. But then we thought kahani ke saath woh correct lagega that he’s going there and he’s trying to woo that girl. That’s the whole point."
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Following the audition, Sara was finalised for the role of Yalina Jamali. Her casting is now being seen as one of the key factors behind the film’s reception. With both performance and casting receiving attention, Dhurandhar 2 continues to remain in discussion among audiences and industry observers.
