Early Life
- Date of Birth: 18 June 2005 (20 years old today)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Family:
- Father: Raj Arjun, an established actor in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu and Malayalam cinema
- Mother: Sanya Arjun, a dance teacher
- Sibling: Younger brother Suhaan Arjun
Acting Career & Films
Commercials & Debut
- Began modelling at just 1½ years old, appearing in over 100 ads, including for McDonald’s
- Spotted by director A. L. Vijay, she starred as a toddler in a commercial when she was two
Breakthrough Role
- At age six, Sara captured hearts as Nila in the critically acclaimed Tamil film Deiva Thirumagal (2011) alongside Vikram. Critics called her “charm personified,” and praised her ability to steal scenes
Notable Tamil & Regional Work
- Earned critical acclaim in Saivam (2014), receiving the Vijay Best Child Artist Award
- Appeared in Chithirayil Nilachoru (2013), where she reportedly earned ₹1 lakh per day
- Starred in Ann Maria Kalippilaanu (2016), a Malayalam children’s film that was a box-office hit
- Featured in the Tamil anthology Sillu Karuppatti (2019)
Bollywood & Hindi Cinema
- Made her Hindi debut in Ek Thi Daayan (2013), followed by roles in Jai Ho (2014), Jazbaa (2015), Saand Ki Aankh (2019), and Ajeeb Daastaans (2021)
- In 2022, she portrayed the teenage Nandini (younger version of Aishwarya Rai’s character) in Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan parts I & II, blockbusters with combined global box office of ₹800 crore
Upcoming Projects
- Transitioning into mature leading roles, Sara will star opposite Ranveer Singh in the spy-thriller Dhurandhar, scheduled to release December 5, 2025
Remuneration & Net Worth
- Sara has reportedly earned up to ₹10 crore by age 18, cementing her status as one of India’s highest‑paid child actresses
- For endorsement and ad campaigns she earns ₹20–25 lakh per assignment; her film remuneration exceeds ₹1 crore per project
- Estimated net worth: ₹10 crore (approximately $1.2 million) .
Physical Appearance
- Height: listed at around 1.5 m (4′11″) .
- Features: South‑Indian complexion, expressive dark eyes, and shoulder‑length dark hair. Known for a natural, sweet-faced charm suited for both child and teenage roles.
Family & Personal Life
- Sara resides in a warm, modest 2BHK flat in Andheri, Mumbai—purchased during the COVID‑19 lockdown—decorated with trophies, books, dance space, and a small balcony garden
- Despite her fame and earnings, she leads a grounded lifestyle—owns a scooter and a compact car gifted by her father, focuses on college and dance training
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Age | 20 (born 18 June 2005) |
| Height | ~1.5 m |
| Languages | Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu |
| Remuneration | ₹20–25 L per ad; ₹1 Cr+ per film |
| Net Worth | |
| Notable Works | Deiva Thirumagal, Saivam, Ponniyin Selvan, Dhurandhar |
| Upcoming Film | Dhurandhar (Dec 5, 2025) |
Final Thoughts
From a toddler in commercials to a top‑earning child star and now poised to lead in mainstream Bollywood, Sara Arjun has crafted a remarkable journey. With versatile performances across four regional languages, disciplined training in dance and martial arts, and a strong yet humble personal foundation, she’s steadily evolving into a confident lead actress. With Dhurandhar marking her debut as a mature heroine, her trajectory suggests a promising future in Indian cinema.
