Fans have a new favourite this week. Dhurandhar actress Sara Arjun has claimed the top spot in IMDb’s weekly list of Popular Indian Celebrities after the film’s blockbuster success. She beat big names like Thalapathy Vijay, Prabhas and more to achieve this feat.
Her performance as Yalina in Dhurandhar seems to have connected with audiences. Sara was second last week but moved up to number one this week, showing her growing popularity.
Sara Arjun Tops IMDb’s List Of Indian Celebrities
The actress tops IMDb’s Popular Indian Celebrities list this week thanks to her role as Yalina in Dhurandhar. She has jumped from second place to number one, beating big names like Prabhas, Allu Arjun, and Thalapathy Vijay. Director Aditya Dhar has also climbed the ranks (landing in second place) while veteran actor Aamir Khan continues to hold a strong position among popular stars.
Other notable names in the top 20 include Joseph Vijay at 8th, Agastya Nanda at 12th, and Shah Rukh Khan, who remains a constant presence. Prabhas sits at 19th and Allu Arjun continues to trend in the top 20. Rashmika Mandanna, Deepika Padukone, Yami Gautam, Rukmini Vasanth and Bhagyashri Borse are also in the list.
Dhurandhar’s massive success has boosted Sara Arjun’s popularity.
| Rank | Celebrity | Latest Update |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sara Arjun | Topped the list after her performance in Dhurandhar. |
| 2 | Aditya Dhar | Climbed to second place after directing the highest-grossing Hindi film ever. |
| 3 | Aamir Khan | Continues to hold a strong position among popular stars. |
| 4 | Ishaan Khatter | Gained strong weekly engagement. |
| 5 | Lakshya | Remained a top trending name after recent 2025 projects. |
| 6 | Rashmika Mandanna | Continues to be one of the most searched celebrities. |
| 7 | Kalyani Priyadarshan | Saw a rise in popularity across industries. |
| 8 | Joseph Vijay (Thalapathy Vijay) | Ranked 8th this week. |
| 9 | Triptii Dimri | Stayed in the top 10 due to high audience interest. |
| 10 | Rukmini Vasanth | Featured around the 9th–10th position in latest rankings. |
| 11 | Rishab Shetty | Maintained a strong presence in the rankings. |
| 12 | Agastya Nanda | Placed 12th in the weekly update. |
| 13 | Shah Rukh Khan | Remains a constant presence on the popular list. |
| 14 | Deepika Padukone | Continues to rank high in fan interest. |
| 15 | Bhagyashri Borse | Secured the 15th position this week. |
| 16 | Cibi Chakaravarthi | Ranked 16th in the latest list. |
| 17 | Yami Gautam | Featured after the success of her recent projects. |
| 18 | Allu Arjun | Remained in the top 20 |
| 19 | Prabhas | Secured the 19th position this week. |
| 20 | Shraddha Kapoor | Continues to be among the most viewed Indian celebrities. |
Dhurandhar Breaks Records At The Box Office
Amid Sara Arjun’s newfound success, Dhurandhar continues to rule the box office. As of Day 33, the Ranveer Singh starrer earned Rs 831.40 cr nett in India, making it the highest-earning Hindi film ever (according to the makers’ claims). The film is still attracting audiences weeks after its release.
Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar was released on December 5, 2025. It stars Ranveer Singh, Sara Arjun, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan and Rakesh Bedi. The film is produced by Aditya Dhar and his brother Lokesh Dhar under B62 Studios, along with Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios.
The story is set in Lyari town of Karachi, a place known for gang wars and crime. It follows an undercover RAW agent navigating dangerous gangs and terrorist threats.
