As Sharma's career gained momentum, she began to take on more complex and mature roles. In Jab We Met (2007), but more notably in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013), Sharma's on-screen chemistry with co-star Ranbir Kapoor was electric. Their portrayal of a will-they-won't-they romance was both tender and heartbreaking. The film's exploration of unrequited love and the complexities of relationships resonated with audiences.