Mumbai, Jun 18 (IANS): Actress Shruti Haasan, who has wrapped up the shooting of Tigmanshu Dhulia's "Yaara", says she feels fortunate to work with the acclaimed filmmaker so early in her career.

"It has been wonderful working with Tigmanshu sir. I'm happy that he gave me such a great role to play. I'm lucky to work with him so early in my career," Shruti said here.

Dhulia has also acted in films, and Shruti feels that is a bonus for him as a director.

"Since he is such a fine actor, he understands both mediums really well. So he can put across his vision better. And acting according to those instructions was challenging, but fun," she added.

Shruti has mixed feelings about the conclusion of the film's shoot.

"I feel sad that the journey has ended. It's been wonderful working on 'Yaara', and playing a beautiful role."

Along with Shruti, "Yaara" also stars Vidyut Jamwal and Amit Sadh in lead roles and it is a friendship drama.