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Reports Say Dharma Selects Two Outsider Debutants After 500-Audition Nationwide Hunt

The studio signals a merit-first shift toward new faces with an official reveal pending.

Overview

  • Trade outlets Bollywood Hungama and Koimoi report that Dharma chose a boy and a girl following a nationwide search that saw over 500 auditions.
  • Sources say both newcomers have no industry connections and were identified for raw talent and screen presence.
  • A source describes the selection criteria as prioritizing authenticity and performance over lineage.
  • The identities remain undisclosed, with an announcement expected soon as trade analysts Taran Adarsh and Sumit Kadel highlight the talent hunt online.
  • Insiders suggest the launch could come through a theatrical project before year-end, though Dharma has not announced any project details.