Sonakshi took to Instagram to post a still from the film, where she played Salman Khan's wife. In her caption, she thanked Salman for helping her "realise her calling".
The actor further announced that she will be appearing next in Dabangg 3.
She wrote, "8 years of #Dabangg, 8 years of #chulbulandrajjo, 8 years of me doing what i love the most! Thank you @beingsalmankhan, @arbaazkhanofficial, #AbhinavKashyap for making me realize my calling! And thank YOU all, for all the love ❤️ see u in #dabangg3 next year!!!"
Salman and Arbaaz Khan also shared throwback pictures celebrating eight years of the national award-winning film.
Salman shared the picture on social media and wrote, "Aaj 8 saal Ho Gaye Dabangg Ko... thank u for all the appreciation and love from Rajjo and Chulbul Pandey...see u in #Dabangg3 next year".
Arbaaz Khan who produced the film reposted Salman's post on Instagram.
Sonakshi made her Bollywood debut with 'Dabangg', which not only help her earn public recognition but also a Filmfare Award for Best Female Debut.