Rajjo to Fareedan, 8 times B'day girl Sonakshi had viewers smitten

Happy B'day, Sonakshi Sinha

From Dabangg's Rajjo Pandey to Heeramandi's Fareedan, 7 times Bollywood actor Sonakshi Sinha had audiences swooning. By Moneycontrol Features | June 2, 2024

1. Rajjo Pandey of Dabangg (2010)

Sonakshi Sinha made her acting debut opposite Salman Khan, and as Rajjo Pandey in Dabangg. Her proud village girl act won audiences over from the first frame.

2-3. Rajjo Pandey returns again (2012), and again (2019)

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4. Paro of Rowdy Rathore (2012)

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5. Pakhi Roy Chaudhary in Lootera (2013)

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6. Anjali Bhaati in Dahaad (2023)

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7. Fareedan in Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar (2024)

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8. Rehana Aapa in Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar (2024)

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What's next?

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Will there be a Dabangg 4?

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