After Imtiaz Ali and Ektaa R Kapoor announced Heer Ranjha, buzz surrounds the casting, with industry sources suggesting Dhurandhar actor Sara Arjun is the frontrunner for the female lead in Sajid Ali’s film
Sara Arjun
Who are the leads of ‘Heer Ranjha’? That has been a frequent question ever since presenter Imtiaz Ali and producer Ektaa R Kapoor announced the love story on February 14. Now, industry sources have indicated to mid-day that Sara Arjun, who caught everyone’s attention with ‘Dhurandhar’ (2025), is the top contender to play the female lead in Sajid Ali’s directorial venture.
‘Heer Ranjha’, like director Sajid Ali’s 2018 film ‘Laila Majnu’ (left), will be a modern interpretation of the tragic love story
A source revealed, “The team is looking for a relatively fresh face. After ‘Dhurandhar’, Sara has emerged as one of the most promising young actors today. She is among the strongest names being evaluated for Heer.”
Imtiaz Ali and Rohit Saraf
Rohit Saraf is said to play Ranjha in the love saga, but his confirmation is hinged on the chemistry between the two leads. ‘Heer Ranjha’ will go on floors by the summer of 2026.
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