After actresses like Kiara Advani, Aneet Padda and Janhvi Kapoor were linked to the role, Sara Arjun is reportedly set to take on one of the toughest roles of her career. Following her acclaimed performances in Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge, the 20-year-old actress is said to be stepping into the shoes of legendary Bollywood star Madhubala. The upcoming film will be directed by Jasmeet K Reen and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.
Currently in pre-production, the project aims to recreate the golden era of Hindi cinema while celebrating Madhubala’s iconic life and career. Shooting is expected to begin later this year.
Sara Arjun’s Preparation for the Iconic Role
As per a source quoted by Pinkvilla, Sara will go through a major transformation to capture Madhubala’s charm and grace. An insider said, “From costume detailing to dialect training and look tests, the makers are leaving no stone unturned in recreating the era with precision.”
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Darlings director Jasmeet K Reen wants to explore both the successes and struggles of Madhubala’s life. While the story details are kept under wraps, the film is expected to highlight her beauty, talent, and personal challenges, offering a cinematic tribute to her legacy.
Sara’s casting has already sparked discussions online. Reddit users shared mixed reactions. One wrote, “Doesn’t look like Madhubala. Too young and short. + She just doesn’t have that Madhubala vibe. Anyway, good luck to her if true.”
Another said, “Happy Aneet is not doing this because there would have been next-level comparison and trolls hate, and I feel sorry for whoever is doing it.”
A user joked, “Just hope Bhansali’s mental hospital doesn’t affect the girl under the name of perfectionism.”
About Dhurandhar 2 Actress
Sara Arjun, now 20, began her career as a prolific child artist, appearing in over 100 commercials and films such as Deiva Thirumagal (2011) and Ponniyin Selvan (2022). She rose to national fame with Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar franchise, playing Yalina Jamali in the 2025 action-thriller Dhurandhar and its 2026 sequel, Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge.
Her performance in Dhurandhar 2, which crossed Rs 1,000 crore nett in India in just 18 days, received widespread praise.
