Arushi Sharma to make her OTT debut in Netflix's Jaadugar

In the upcoming Netflix feature Jaadugar (2022), Arushi Sharma plays a doctor named Disha Chabbra, the object of affection of magician Meenu, played by Jitendra Kumar.

Smitten by the doctor, Meenu seeks to impress her by participating in a local football tournament. However, not everything goes according to plan.

Sharma, who makes her digital debut in the film, said it was a heart-warming experience playing Disha Chabbra. She said, “Playing a doctor is itself an honour firstly. She is a homely girl who loves her dad and who is ambitious about her career. As life has it, her paths crossed with Jeetu, a magician, and life takes a huge leap. In fact, I can actually relate with Disha because, just like her, in a flicker of a moment, with one just destined incident, my life took a major leap.”

The actress explained that she was studying engineering in information technology when filmmaker Imtiaz Ali was holding auditions for Tamasha (2015). Sharma recalled, “He liked my work and that's how I played Sanyukta opposite Ranbir [Kapoor] in Tamasha, after which, Love Aaj Kal (2020) happened. I happened to reach the right place at the right time.”

Sharma, who had no prior acting experience, hails from Shimla and both her parents are district judges. Hoping to join the film industry, she created her audition tapes and sent them out to casting directors while working a nine-to-five job in Gurgaon.

She said, “The immense love that I received after my first film, reaffirmed my decision to work in films. I am truly obliged and thankful to my fans for supporting my work and encouraging me to outdo myself. I just want to tell them that I try my best to read their messages, glance through their appreciation for me and want to send a virtual hug to each one of them for their affection.”

Speaking about her latest project, Sharma said of her co-star, “I can't wait for my fans to see us together. Jitendra is a phenomenal actor and it was a delight working with him. I am sure everyone is going to love Dimple and Jeetu. I couldn't have asked the universe for a better OTT debut!"

Directed by Sandeep Saxena, Jaadugar is due to be premiered on Netflix on 15 July.