Sara Arjun is having a moment — and it’s getting bigger by the day. Riding high on the phenomenal success of Dhurandhar, the young actor has now climbed to the No. 1 spot on IMDb’s Popular Indian Celebrities list this week, cementing her breakout status in a film that’s already rewriting box office history.
Just a week ago, Sara was placed second on the list. This time, her performance as Yalina has pushed her straight to the top, ahead of some of the biggest names in Indian cinema.
From Breakout Performance to No. 1 on IMDb
IMDb released its weekly Popular Indian Celebrities ranking on Wednesday, a list driven entirely by audience interest and search trends. Sara Arjun’s jump to the top reflects the massive buzz around her role in Dhurandhar, which continues to dominate conversations both online and in theatres.
She managed to surpass stars like Vijay, Prabhas, and Agastya Nanda, proving that audiences are clearly connecting with her character and screen presence. Close behind her on the list is Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar, who moved up to the second spot this week.
Other Big Names on the List
The rest of the IMDb rankings also reflect the strong impact of recent theatrical releases. Among the notable names featured this week are:
- Vijay at No. 8
- Agastya Nanda at No. 12
- Bhagyashri Borse at No. 15
- Yami Gautam at No. 17
- Prabhas at No. 19
- Sriram Raghavan at No. 22
- Tara Sutaria at No. 24
The list clearly shows how Dhurandhar and its cast are dominating pop culture attention right now.
Dhurandhar Smashes All-Time Box Office Records
Sara’s IMDb milestone comes at a time when Dhurandhar is breaking records at an unprecedented pace. The film has officially become the highest-earning Hindi film of all time, crossing ₹831 crore nett in India.
With its Day 33 earnings adding ₹5.70 crore to the tally, the Ranveer Singh-led film edged past the previous record-holder — the Hindi version of Pushpa 2: The Rule. The makers described the achievement as a moment that has “redefined Indian box office success.”
More About the Film
Directed by Aditya Dhar, Dhurandhar released on December 5 and is set against the gritty backdrop of Lyari, Karachi, an area historically known for gang wars and violent turf conflicts.
The film features a powerful ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, and Rakesh Bedi. It is produced by Aditya Dhar and Lokesh Dhar under B62 Studios, along with Jyoti Deshpande of Jio Studios.
Adding to the excitement, the makers have already announced Dhurandhar 2, which is slated to hit theatres on March 19.
Final Words
For Sara Arjun, topping IMDb’s Popular Indian Celebrities list isn’t just a ranking — it’s a clear sign that audiences have embraced her in a big way. With Dhurandhar still pulling crowds and a sequel already on the horizon, this looks like just the beginning of a major new chapter in her career.
Right now, the spotlight is firmly on Sara — and she’s owning it.
