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Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar said THIS after watching Sara Arjun’s audition, reveals Mukesh Chhabra

Dhurandhar director Aditya Dhar said THIS after watching Sara Arjun’s audition, reveals Mukesh Chhabra

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Dhurandhar was the biggest blockbuster of 2025, and following in its footsteps, Dhurandhar The Revenge is emerging as one of the biggest films of 2026. The reason behind the success includes filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s ‘peak detailing’, Ranveer Singh’s impeccable performance and a star cast which transformed into the ultimate dream team. Sara Arjun and Ranveer’s onscreen chemistry especially won hearts. But did you know over thousand girls auditioned for the role before Sara came on-board as Yalina Jamali? During a recent interview on The Right Angle with Sonal Kalra, casting director Mukesh Chhabra revealed the story of casting Sara. Aditya Dhar and Sara Arjun Talking about casting Yalina, Jameel Jamali’s daughter and Hamza’s wife, Mukesh Chhabra shared, “Humara Initially bohot saara discussion iss film mein chala tha, ki humko jis jagah ki woh ladki dikhani hai, koi aisa fresh approach lena bohot zaroori hai. Initially, we thought of so many big, established actors. Aditya got so many messages from different people. I got messages asking, ‘Why not me?’ Because, of course, he’s Ranveer. Hum log …

Dhurandhar 2 casting director Mukesh Chhabra thanks ‘brother Aditya Dhar’; Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar applauds Ranveer Singh | Bollywood News

Dhurandhar 2 casting director Mukesh Chhabra thanks ‘brother Aditya Dhar’; Kannada actor Shiva Rajkumar applauds Ranveer Singh | Bollywood News

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4 min readHyderabadMar 25, 2026 07:07 PM IST Nearly a week after its release, Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar The Revenge continues to pull reactions from across India’s film industries. The film, which stars Ranveer Singh as undercover RAW agent Hamza Ali Mazari, released worldwide on March 19, coinciding with Gudi Padwa, Ugadi, and Eid. The praise has not been limited to Bollywood circles. Kannada, Telugu and behind-the-camera voices have all weighed in, and the tone has been consistent: This is a film that has left an impression. ALSO READ | Dhurandhar 2 Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 6 LIVE Updates Casting director Mukesh Chhabra reflects on the response Away from the performances and the spectacle, casting director Mukesh Chhabra posted, “I honestly don’t even know what to say… Non-stop calls, messages, tags so much love coming from everywhere. I’m truly, truly grateful. Thank you to each and every one of you for your constant love and support. A very special thank you to my brother Aditya Dhar for believing in us and standing by the entire …

Two years, 300 roles: Mukesh Chhabra breaks down Aditya Dhar’s ‘peak detailing’ in choosing Dhurandhar cast | Exclusive

Two years, 300 roles: Mukesh Chhabra breaks down Aditya Dhar’s ‘peak detailing’ in choosing Dhurandhar cast | Exclusive

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It is not often that a conversation about a Bollywood film centres on its casting, particularly for the supporting cast and even for characters who appear on screen for a scene or two. But with Dhurandhar: The Revenge, much like its predecessor, the focus has all been on director Aditya Dhar’s ‘peak detailing’. It began as appreciation, and then turned into a joke, but the praise for casting for characters based on real people in the film has been quite real. Aditya Dhar (R) with Sanjay Dutt (L) and Akshaye Khanna (C) on the sets of Dhurandhar. As the film basks in its box office success, casting director Mukesh Chhabra sits down with Hindustan Times to break down the entire casting process, right from the first brief through the countless auditions to the breakthrough stars. Dhurandhar casting took two years alone Dhurandhar was initially meant to be a single film. But weeks before the film’s release, the project was split into two due to length concerns. The duology, with a near-8-hour runtime, features almost 300 …

Mukesh Chhabra reveals how he found Atiq Ahmed and Nawaz Sharif lookalikes for Dhurandhar 2, reacts to memes | Interview

Mukesh Chhabra reveals how he found Atiq Ahmed and Nawaz Sharif lookalikes for Dhurandhar 2, reacts to memes | Interview

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Ever since Dhurandhar 2 released in theatres last week, the discussion is as much about Aditya Dhar‘s ‘detailing’ and Ranveer Singh’s performance as it is about the support cast. Some of the actors playing characters inspired by real figures are dead ringers for those figures. So much so that there are theories that AI was involved. We spoke to casting director Mukesh Chhabra about what went into casting these roles and his process for the two blockbusters. Mukesh Chhabra is the casting director of Dhurandhar. Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar 2 were shot back-to-back in 2024-25, with Mukesh and his team casting over 300 roles. While the main cast, including Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, and Rakesh Bedi, has earned acclaim, the supporting cast has been praised for its resemblance to the roles they play. Actors playing roles inspired by ISI financier Javed Khanani, former Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif, and UP gangster Atiq Ahmed have befuddled audiences with their resemblance. Mukesh Chhabra on Dhurandhar’s casting When we tell the casting director about memes claiming the real Nawaz Sharif …

Is Dhurandhar 3 in the works? Casting director Mukesh Chhabra reacts to reports

Is Dhurandhar 3 in the works? Casting director Mukesh Chhabra reacts to reports

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With Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 continuing its strong run at the box office, the conversation has swiftly shifted to what lies ahead for the high-octane franchise. Social media is abuzz with speculation about a possible third instalment, especially after an unverified screenshot claiming to reveal the film’s release date began circulating online. Amid the frenzy, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has reacted to the rumours. Ranveer Singh’s Dhurandhar 2 was released on March 19. Is Dhurandhar 3 in the pipeline? The sequel to the 2025 hit Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, hit theatres on March 19. Soon after its release, an unverified clip claiming to be the end-credit slate for Dhurandhar Part 3: The Mayhem began doing the rounds on social media, even suggesting a June release. While the clip has now been identified as fake, it was enough to spark excitement among fans, with many mistakenly treating it as confirmation of a third instalment. Now, in an interview with Zoom, Mukesh spoke about the buzz, and set the record straight. He said, “Aisa kuch nahi …

Dhurandhar 2: Aditya Dhar was working on movie even hours before release, reveals Mukesh Chhabra

Dhurandhar 2: Aditya Dhar was working on movie even hours before release, reveals Mukesh Chhabra

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Director Aditya Dhar’s much-anticipated spy thriller Dhurandhar: The Revenge finally arrived in theatres on March 19, though not without a few hiccups. The film’s paid preview shows faced technical glitches, causing unexpected delays. Amid the last-minute chaos, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has now revealed that Aditya was still in the studio, fine-tuning the film just hours before its release. Mukesh Chhabra has done the casting for the Dhurandhar film. Mukesh Chhabra proud of Aditya On Thursday, Mukesh took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to give a shout-out to Aditya following the release of the much-anticipated Dhurandhar 2, which is led by Ranveer Singh. He revealed that Aditya was still in the studio, working on the film just hours before its worldwide release, praising his dedication to his craft. “This morning at 2:30 a.m., he was still working giving everything to the film till the very last moment. That kind of dedication is rare, and honestly, it’s inspiring,” Mukesh wrote. The casting director added, “I won’t say much because I’ve already seen the film twice… …

Madhubala biopic casting locked? Casting director Mukesh Chhabra dismisses rumours: ‘We haven’t even started yet’

Madhubala biopic casting locked? Casting director Mukesh Chhabra dismisses rumours: ‘We haven’t even started yet’

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The biopic on Madhubala, one of the most iconic screen actors Indian cinema has ever produced, is in development. Over the last few weeks, there have been several reports about the film’s casting. Names of Kiara Advani and Aneet Padda were doing the rounds on social media, but they were debunked soon after. It was also reported that Sanjay Leela Bhansali has come on board to produce the film. On March 18, casting director Mukesh Chhabra gave a final word on the speculation surrounding the casting. (Also read: Kiara Advani not playing Madhubala in Sanjay Leela Bhansali-produced biopic; reports are ‘baseless’) Mukesh Chhabra has reacted to reports of the casting for Madhubala biopic. What Mukesh Chhabra said Taking to his X account on Wednesday, Mukesh said, “Oh wow, so Madhubala casting is already locked? Amazing. Meanwhile, I keep reading a new “final” name every day… so I guess I must be casting for the wrong Madhubala biopic—because we haven’t even started yet #MadhubalaBiopic.” It was in 2024 when update on the biopic was first shared. …

Is Sara Arjun starring in Imtiaz Ali’s Heer Ranjha after Dhurandhar? Casting director Mukesh Chhabra clears the air

Is Sara Arjun starring in Imtiaz Ali’s Heer Ranjha after Dhurandhar? Casting director Mukesh Chhabra clears the air

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The 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar did not just herald the return of Ranveer Singh to box office glory, but also marked the beginning of Sara Arjun’s career as a lead actor. The former child star played a supporting but important role in the Aditya Dhar film. As the sequel drew close to release, this month, reports claimed that Sara has signed her next film – as the female lead in Imtiaz Ali and Sajid Ali’s reimagining of Heer Ranjha. However, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has now denied these reports. Sara Arjun was reported to be playing the female lead in Heer Ranjha. Is Sara Arjun in Heer Ranjha Last month, it was announced that Sajid Ali will direct a reimagining of the Heer Ranjha legend set in modern times, with Ektaa Kapoor producing and Imtiaz Ali presenting the film. Imtiaz and Sajid had collaborated on the successful adaptation of Laila Majnu in 2018, which made this project an anticipated one. Reports claimed that Sara had been signed on by the makers as Heer in the film. …

Dhurandhar Star Sara Arjun Cast In Heer Ranjha? Mukesh Chhabra SLAMS Rumours: ‘She Hasn’t Signed Any Film’ | Bollywood News

Dhurandhar Star Sara Arjun Cast In Heer Ranjha? Mukesh Chhabra SLAMS Rumours: ‘She Hasn’t Signed Any Film’ | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:March 07, 2026, 18:39 IST Dhurandhar 2 fame Sara Arjun has not signed any other film, says Mukesh Chhabra. This comes amid rumours suggesting she might step in as female lead for Imtiaz Ali’s Heer Ranjha. Mukesh Chhabra Clarifies Dhurandhar 2 Fame Sara Arjun Has Not Signed Any Other Film Actress Sara Arjun made a mark with her portrayal of Yalina Jamali Mazari in Ranveer Singh starrer Dhurandhar, and will soon be seen in its second installment- Dhurandhar The Revenge. A few days ago, several media reports suggested that Sara might step in as the female lead for Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film Heer Ranjha. However, there was no official confirmation about the same. Now, casting director Mukesh Chhabra has dismissed rumours of her casting in Heer Ranjha. He clarified that the actress has not signed any other film yet, and is just waiting for Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar 2 to release. Mukesh Chhabra Clarifies Sara Arjun Has Not Signed Any Other Film On March 7, Mukesh Chhabra took to X (formerly Twitter) to share a …

‘Paagal ho gaya hai kya?’: Mukesh Chhabra reveals how Akshaye Khanna almost missed Dhurandhar

‘Paagal ho gaya hai kya?’: Mukesh Chhabra reveals how Akshaye Khanna almost missed Dhurandhar

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Dhurandhar is the talk of the town, and in a cast brimming with stars like Ranveer Singh, R Madhavan, Sanjay Dutt and Arjun Rampal, it is Akshaye Khanna’s chillingly restrained performance as Rehman Dakait that audiences can’t stop talking about. Quiet, coiled, and unsettling, his turn has emerged as one of the film’s most memorable elements. Casting director Mukesh Chhabra’s persistence led to a four-hour meeting, resulting in Akshaye Khanna’s enthusiastic commitment to Dhurandhar. What makes this even more remarkable is that Dhurandhar nearly didn’t have Akshaye Khanna at all. Mukesh talks about Akshaye’s casting Casting director Mukesh Chhabra recently revealed the year-long struggle to convince him to join the project. By the time Mukesh came on board, Ranveer Singh was already locked in, a factor that often makes other actors hesitant. Undeterred, Chhabra approached every role with equal seriousness, a mindset that initially made director Aditya Dhar sceptical. According to a report by News 18, convincing Akshaye wasn’t easy. “I hadn’t even watched Chhaava back then,” Chhabra admitted. “I called him, and the first …