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'''Varun Dhawan''' (born 24 April 1987) is an Indian film actor who works primarily in Hindi cinema. The son of filmmaker '''David Dhawan''', Varun emerged as a popular leading man after his debut in Karan Johar's ''Student of the Year'' (2012). Over the following decade he established a reputation for versatility — moving between broad commercial entertainers, romantic comedies and more introspective dramas — and is recognized as one of Bollywood's commercially bankable stars. | '''Varun Dhawan''' (born 24 April 1987) is an Indian film actor who works primarily in Hindi cinema. The son of filmmaker '''David Dhawan''', Varun emerged as a popular leading man after his debut in Karan Johar's ''Student of the Year'' (2012). Over the following decade he established a reputation for versatility — moving between broad commercial entertainers, romantic comedies and more introspective dramas — and is recognized as one of Bollywood's commercially bankable stars.<ref>https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawan-has-the-same-love-for-dog-joey-daughter-lara-kajol-twinkle-khanna-shocked-two-much-with-kajol-and-twinkle-101759567207831.html</ref> | ||
== Early life and education == | == Early life and education == | ||
Varun Dhawan was born on 24 April 1987 in Mumbai into a family with deep roots in the film industry. He attended Bombay Scottish School and later studied at H.R. College of Commerce and Economics. He completed a business degree at Nottingham Trent University. Before his acting debut, Varun worked as an assistant director to Karan Johar on the 2010 film ''My Name Is Khan'', which gave him early exposure to film sets and production processes. | Varun Dhawan was born on 24 April 1987 in Mumbai into a family with deep roots in the film industry. He attended Bombay Scottish School and later studied at H.R. College of Commerce and Economics. He completed a business degree at Nottingham Trent University. Before his acting debut, Varun worked as an assistant director to Karan Johar on the 2010 film ''My Name Is Khan'', which gave him early exposure to film sets and production processes.<ref>https://www.news18.com/movies/bollywood/varun-dhawan-lifts-janhvi-kapoor-in-his-arms-as-they-walk-the-ramp-in-gorgeous-outfits-watch-ws-l-9615043.html</ref> | ||
== Career == | == Career == | ||
=== Breakthrough and commercial success (2012–2016) === | === Breakthrough and commercial success (2012–2016) === | ||
Varun made his feature-film debut in 2012 with the teen drama ''Student of the Year'', produced by Karan Johar. The film was a major commercial success and launched Varun as a youth icon. He followed with a string of commercially successful entertainers and dance films such as ''Main Tera Hero'' (2014) and ''ABCD 2'' (2015). | Varun made his feature-film debut in 2012 with the teen drama ''Student of the Year'', produced by Karan Johar. The film was a major commercial success and launched Varun as a youth icon. He followed with a string of commercially successful entertainers and dance films such as ''Main Tera Hero'' (2014) and ''ABCD 2'' (2015).<ref>https://www.moneycontrol.com/entertainment/bollywood/janhvi-kapoor-and-varun-dhawan-dazzle-as-showstoppers-for-sseema-singh-watch-here-article-13597569.html</ref><ref>https://www.ottplay.com/news/sunny-sanskari-ki-tulsi-kumari-box-office-collection-day-3-varun-dhawan-janhvi-kapoors-chemistry-fails-to-connect-with-the-audience/2309fe630c943</ref> | ||
=== Critical roles and range (2015–2019) === | === Critical roles and range (2015–2019) === | ||
In 2015 Varun took on a darker role in ''Badlapur'', earning praise for his dramatic turn and demonstrating range beyond romantic-comedy fare. He continued to alternate between lighter and serious projects, notably starring in ''Badrinath Ki Dulhania'' (2017) and the contemplative drama ''October'' (2018), for which his restrained performance received critical acclaim. | In 2015 Varun took on a darker role in ''Badlapur'', earning praise for his dramatic turn and demonstrating range beyond romantic-comedy fare. He continued to alternate between lighter and serious projects, notably starring in ''Badrinath Ki Dulhania'' (2017) and the contemplative drama ''October'' (2018), for which his restrained performance received critical acclaim.<ref>https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/janhvi-kapoor-varun-dhawan-allege-negative-fake-social-media-trends-against-sunny-sanskari-ki-tulsi-kumari-101759465886058.html</ref> | ||
=== Established star and recent work (2020–present) === | === Established star and recent work (2020–present) === | ||
Varun continued to maintain a strong box-office presence with films like ''Jugjugg Jeeyo'' (2022) and the supernatural-comedy ''Bhediya'' (2022). He has also appeared in high-profile projects across platforms and formats, consolidating his position as a leading commercial actor. In 2021 he married childhood friend and designer Natasha Dalal; the couple became parents to daughter Lara in 2024. Upcoming projects include ''Border 2'' and the 2025 romance ''Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari''. | Varun continued to maintain a strong box-office presence with films like ''Jugjugg Jeeyo'' (2022) and the supernatural-comedy ''Bhediya'' (2022). He has also appeared in high-profile projects across platforms and formats, consolidating his position as a leading commercial actor. In 2021 he married childhood friend and designer Natasha Dalal; the couple became parents to daughter Lara in 2024. Upcoming projects include ''Border 2'' and the 2025 romance ''Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari''.<ref>https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/sunny-sanskari-ki-tulsi-kumari-actor-varun-dhawan-breaks-his-silence-on-being-called-a-scene-cutting-co-star-10285444/</ref> | ||
== Notable works == | == Notable works == | ||