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Sajal Aly hints at bob haircut as 'Zanjeerain' wraps

Actor’s casual suggestion sparks fan speculation, while her latest behind-the-scenes posts revisit her time on set


Life And Style Desk September 17, 2026 1 min read
PHOTO: sajalaly/Instagram

Actor Sajal Aly hinted at getting a bob haircut after sharing videos from her final days on the set of Zanjeerain.

The actor recently took to Instagram Stories to revisit memories from the filming of the popular series, sharing old behind-the-scenes videos from the makeup and hair room. Among the throwback clips, Aly appeared to consider a shorter hairstyle now that her commitments to the series had wrapped.

Pointing towards her shoulders, she appeared to indicate the length she had in mind, suggesting a shorter, bob-like cut.

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The seemingly casual question was enough to spark speculation among fans about whether Aly might be ready for another dramatic change to her appearance.

While some welcomed the idea of a shorter style, others urged the actor to keep her signature long locks.

The development comes as Zanjeerain wrapped after months of keeping viewers invested in its story of love, revenge, family loyalties and long-buried conflicts. Throughout the series, Aly’s character was at the centre of an increasingly complicated web of relationships and rivalries.

Her performance, particularly during the drama’s later episodes, became a frequent topic of discussion among viewers, with the actor receiving praise for emotionally demanding scenes as Rabiya confronted betrayal, grief and revenge.

Whether Aly follows through with the haircut remains to be seen, but her casual suggestion has already given fans something new to speculate about now that the series is behind her.

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