What shaped Dhurandhar actress Sara Arjun’s Bollywood journey? A look at her early life and career
What shaped Dhurandhar actress Sara Arjun’s Bollywood journey? A look at her early life and career
Actress Sara Arjun’s path in the entertainment industry is influenced by her artistically rich family. The daughter of actor Raj Arjun and Kathak dancer Sanya Arjun, she was introduced to arts at a very young age, featuring in commercials at 18 months and rising to fame at six for her performance in Deiva Thirumagal.
By: Gurnoor Sahni |
Published: November 24, 2025 12:50 PM IST
Sara Arjun is a gifted 20-year-old actress, born on June 18, 2005, in Mumbai, is the child of actor Raj Arjun and dance instructor Sanya Arjun.
Her father, Raj Arjun, is recognized for his contributions to films in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Telugu. Hailing from Bhopal, he embarked on an acting career via theatre and received training at the Film and Television Institute of India before establishing himself in mainstream cinema. He is known for portraying Farookh Malik in the movie Secret Superstar. Rather than being an intimidating presence, Raj has frequently discussed the connection he has with Sara. Sara’s mother, Sanya Arjun, plays a vital role in her life. Being a trained Kathak dancer and instructor, she passed on the love for the performing arts to Sara.
Her parents nurtured her abilities from an early age. Sara began featuring in television commercials at only 18 months of age. Throughout the years, she registered for over 100 advertisements, featuring major brands such as McDonald’s and LIC. At the age of 6, Sara achieved significant fame for her performance as Nila in Deiva Thirumagal, where she appeared with Tamil superstar Vikram, who portrayed her father in the movie.
Alongside supporting her acting career, her parents urged her to pursue other interests. According to reports, Sara practiced Kathak and contemporary dance styles under her mother’s mentorship. Sara Arjun’s younger brother is also an actor, he debuted in 2016 with the short film Dinner.
Sara’s familial heritage, a blend of creative discipline, unwavering support, and a profound sense of humility, has consistently grounded her during her ascent. Sara thrived in a supportive atmosphere shaped by her father’s film industry background and her mother’s dance training, allowing her to explore her talents fully while staying connected to her origins.
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