Varun Dhawan(I)
- Actor
- Producer
- Writer
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Varun Dhawan is the son of the Indian film director David Dhawan. He completed his education at the Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai and went on to graduate from Nottingham Trent University, UK, with a degree in Business Management.
Dhawan debuted in the film industry in 2012 with the film Student of the Year (2012) and has since established himself as a versatile actor known for his acting skills and good looks.
Dhawan's debut film marked a new era in Bollywood and introduced a fresh, energetic, and talented actor to the Indian film industry. He played the role of Rohan Nanda, a college-going student who competes in a series of challenges to win the coveted title of "Student of the Year."
The film was well-received by audiences and established Dhawan as a star to watch out for.
In his next films, Main Tera Hero (2014) and Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014), Dhawan took on the role of a quirky and comical character, proving his versatility as an actor.
He then went on to star in films such as Any Body Can Dance 2 (2015), Badlapur (2015), Dilwale (2015), Judwaa 2 (2017) and Sui Dhaaga (2018), showcasing his versatility and range as an actor.
Dhawan's performances in films such as Badlapur (2015) and October (2018) were widely appreciated and garnered critical acclaim.
In "Badlapur", he played the role of a man seeking revenge for the murder of his wife and son. The film was a departure from the typical Bollywood potboiler and showcased the actor's skills and prowess in a more serious role. "October" was a heart-warming and emotional film, which saw Dhawan in a completely different avatar, and his performance was widely praised.
In 2019, Dhawan starred in the film Kalank (2019), which was a period drama set in the 1940s. The film was a multi-starrer and featured an ensemble cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, Alia Bhatt, Aditya Roy Kapoor, and Sonakshi Sinha.
Although the film received mixed reviews, His performance was widely appreciated, and he was praised for his ability to carry the emotional weight of the film.
In 2020, he starred in the film Street Dancer 3D (2020), which was a dance-based film set in London. The film was a commercial success and was well-received by audiences, especially for its high-energy dance numbers and Dhawan's performance.
He continued to impress audiences with his dancing skills and has become a popular face in the dance-film genre.
In the same year, Dhawan starred in the film Coolie No. 1 (2020), a reboot of the 1995 film of the same name. The film was a commercial success, and his performance was widely appreciated. He played the lead role opposite actress Sara Ali Khan and was praised for his comic timing.
Dhawan had been busy in 2022 as well, with two releases, Jug Jugg Jeeyo and Bhediya.
Jug Jugg Jeeyo (2022) is a comedy-drama film directed by Raj Mehta and co-starring Kiara Advani and Neetu Kapoor. The film was well-received by audiences, and his performance was praised for his comic timing and chemistry with the cast.
Bhediya (2022) was the third instalment of Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy series.
Dhawan's project in 2023 was Nitesh Tiwari's action film Bawaal (2023), opposite actress Jahnvi Kapoor.
Throughout his career, Dhawan has won several awards for his outstanding performances. He won the Stardust Award for Breakthrough Performance Male for Student of the Year in 2013. In 2015, he won the Star Guild Awards for Best Actor in a Comic Role for the film Main Tera Hero.
He has also won several other awards, including the Super Stylish Inspirational Youth Idol - Male by Pinkvilla Style Icons in 2022.
In addition to his acting career, Dhawan is also known for his philanthropic work and is actively involved in various charity organizations. He has been a part of campaigns to support causes such as education, healthcare, and animal welfare.
Dhawan married fashion designer Natasha Dalal on January 24, 2021. The wedding took place in Alibaug, a coastal town in Maharashtra, and was attended by close friends and family members.
The couple has been in a long-term relationship for many years, and their wedding was a much-anticipated event in the entertainment industry.
Dhawan debuted in the film industry in 2012 with the film Student of the Year (2012) and has since established himself as a versatile actor known for his acting skills and good looks.
Dhawan's debut film marked a new era in Bollywood and introduced a fresh, energetic, and talented actor to the Indian film industry. He played the role of Rohan Nanda, a college-going student who competes in a series of challenges to win the coveted title of "Student of the Year."
The film was well-received by audiences and established Dhawan as a star to watch out for.
In his next films, Main Tera Hero (2014) and Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014), Dhawan took on the role of a quirky and comical character, proving his versatility as an actor.
He then went on to star in films such as Any Body Can Dance 2 (2015), Badlapur (2015), Dilwale (2015), Judwaa 2 (2017) and Sui Dhaaga (2018), showcasing his versatility and range as an actor.
Dhawan's performances in films such as Badlapur (2015) and October (2018) were widely appreciated and garnered critical acclaim.
In "Badlapur", he played the role of a man seeking revenge for the murder of his wife and son. The film was a departure from the typical Bollywood potboiler and showcased the actor's skills and prowess in a more serious role. "October" was a heart-warming and emotional film, which saw Dhawan in a completely different avatar, and his performance was widely praised.
In 2019, Dhawan starred in the film Kalank (2019), which was a period drama set in the 1940s. The film was a multi-starrer and featured an ensemble cast, including Sanjay Dutt, Madhuri Dixit, Alia Bhatt, Aditya Roy Kapoor, and Sonakshi Sinha.
Although the film received mixed reviews, His performance was widely appreciated, and he was praised for his ability to carry the emotional weight of the film.
In 2020, he starred in the film Street Dancer 3D (2020), which was a dance-based film set in London. The film was a commercial success and was well-received by audiences, especially for its high-energy dance numbers and Dhawan's performance.
He continued to impress audiences with his dancing skills and has become a popular face in the dance-film genre.
In the same year, Dhawan starred in the film Coolie No. 1 (2020), a reboot of the 1995 film of the same name. The film was a commercial success, and his performance was widely appreciated. He played the lead role opposite actress Sara Ali Khan and was praised for his comic timing.
Dhawan had been busy in 2022 as well, with two releases, Jug Jugg Jeeyo and Bhediya.
Jug Jugg Jeeyo (2022) is a comedy-drama film directed by Raj Mehta and co-starring Kiara Advani and Neetu Kapoor. The film was well-received by audiences, and his performance was praised for his comic timing and chemistry with the cast.
Bhediya (2022) was the third instalment of Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy series.
Dhawan's project in 2023 was Nitesh Tiwari's action film Bawaal (2023), opposite actress Jahnvi Kapoor.
Throughout his career, Dhawan has won several awards for his outstanding performances. He won the Stardust Award for Breakthrough Performance Male for Student of the Year in 2013. In 2015, he won the Star Guild Awards for Best Actor in a Comic Role for the film Main Tera Hero.
He has also won several other awards, including the Super Stylish Inspirational Youth Idol - Male by Pinkvilla Style Icons in 2022.
In addition to his acting career, Dhawan is also known for his philanthropic work and is actively involved in various charity organizations. He has been a part of campaigns to support causes such as education, healthcare, and animal welfare.
Dhawan married fashion designer Natasha Dalal on January 24, 2021. The wedding took place in Alibaug, a coastal town in Maharashtra, and was attended by close friends and family members.
The couple has been in a long-term relationship for many years, and their wedding was a much-anticipated event in the entertainment industry.
