In a remarkable achievement, 20-year-old actress Sara Arjun has ascended to the number one position on IMDb's weekly list of Popular Indian Celebrities, while this significant milestone comes on the heels of the phenomenal success of her latest film, 'Dhurandhar,' which has not only shattered multiple box office records but has also emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time. Sara Arjun's rise to the top has seen her surpass several established and prominent. Stars, underscoring her burgeoning popularity and the widespread impact of her recent cinematic venture.
Sara Arjun's Meteoric Rise to IMDb's Top Spot
Sara Arjun, who was ranked second last week, has made an impressive leap to the top spot on IMDb's coveted list. Her portrayal of 'Yalina' in 'Dhurandhar' has resonated deeply with audiences, cementing her place in their hearts, while this accomplishment is particularly noteworthy as she has outranked not only actresses like Yami Gautam and Tara Sutaria but also major male stars such as Vijay, Prabhas, and Agastya Nanda. This surge in popularity is a direct reflection of her compelling performance and the overwhelming success of 'Dhurandhar,' which has catapulted her into the national spotlight, while the IMDb list, determined by fan preferences and online engagement, clearly indicates Sara's broad appeal across the country.
'Dhurandhar' Shatters Box Office Records
The driving force behind Sara Arjun's unprecedented success is the extraordinary performance of her film, 'Dhurandhar. ' The filmmakers recently announced that 'Dhurandhar' has made history by accumulating a net India collection exceeding 831 crore rupees, making it the highest-grossing Hindi film ever. On its 33rd day, the film garnered a net collection of 5, while 70 crore rupees, pushing its total India net collection to an astounding 831. 40 crore rupees. This phenomenal achievement has allowed 'Dhurandhar' to surpass the Hindi version of Allu Arjun's 2023 blockbuster 'Pushpa 2: The Rule,' which had collected 830 crore rupees in Hindi. Released on December 5, the film has maintained its dominant run at the box office since its debut.
Prominent Names on the IMDb Popular Indian Celebrities List
Following Sara Arjun on IMDb's weekly list of Popular Indian Celebrities is Aditya Dhar, the director of 'Dhurandhar,' who moved up from the third position to second. The list also features other notable personalities, including Vijay at eighth, Agastya Nanda at 12th, Bhagyashree Borse at 15th, Sibi Chakravarty at 16th, Yami Gautam at 17th, Prabhas at 19th, Sriram Raghavan at 22nd, Tara Sutaria at 24th, Dinjith Ayyathan at 27th, Nivin at 30th, and Simar Bhatia at 42nd. Sara's ability to surpass such a diverse group of established stars underscores her immense popularity and the significant impact of her recent work.
The Visionaries Behind 'Dhurandhar'
Directed by Aditya Dhar, 'Dhurandhar' boasts an impressive ensemble cast featuring prominent actors such as Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshay Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, and Rakesh Bedi. The film was jointly produced by Aditya Dhar and his brother Lokesh Dhar. Under their banner B62 Studios, in collaboration with Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios. This strong collaborative effort and a compelling narrative have been instrumental in the film's resounding success with audiences. Since its release, 'Dhurandhar' has received widespread positive acclaim from both critics and viewers, further solidifying its box office triumph.
Anticipation Builds for 'Dhurandhar 2'
Given the monumental success of 'Dhurandhar,' the makers have officially announced a sequel, while 'Dhurandhar 2' is slated for release in cinemas on March 19, 2026. This announcement has generated considerable excitement among fans of the film, who are now eagerly anticipating the next installment. The success of the first film has laid a solid foundation for the sequel, and expectations are high that it will continue to set new benchmarks at the box office.