Varun Dhawan is perhaps the most celebrated actor in Bollywood today, tides rising with his versatility, charm, and dedication to his craft. He is a product of a film family and yet managed by his sheer mettle and star power, along with his performances, to carve a niche for himself in the industry.
Early Life and Personal Background
Varun Dhawan was born on 24th April 1987, in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Being a Hindu family, he is the son of famed director-producer David Dhawan and Karuna Dhawan. His elder brother, Rohit Dhawan, is another budding film director. His paternal uncle, Anil Dhawan, is a veteran actor, so to him, the film process has never been something separate.
Age (In 2025): 38 Years
Zodiac Sign: Taurus
Nationality: Indian
Religion: Hinduism
Nickname: Pappu
Varun finished his schooling at Bombay Scottish School and further went on to study Business Management at Nottingham Trent University in England. Interestingly, before stepping into films, he worked as an assistant director with Karan Johar in My Name Is Khan (2010).
Physical Appearance
Varun is a fitness buff and carries a lot of vitality.
Height: 5’9” (180 cm)
Weight: 75 kg
Chest: 40 inches
Waist: 32 inches
Biceps: 15 inches
Hair Color: Black
Eye Color: Dark Brown
A fitness buff who uses his workout routine to inspire his fans.
Career Journey
Varun debuted in Bollywood in 2012 with Karan Johar directing Student of the Year. Student of the Year gave him instant recognition. Afterward, he starred in several hit films in many genres:
Romantic Comedies: Main Tera Hero (2014), Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014), Badrinath Ki Dulhania (2017)
Action and Comedy: Dishoom (2016), Judwaa 2 (2017), Dilwale (2015)
Dance Films: ABCD 2 (2015), Street Dancer 3D (2020)
Drama and Thrillers: Badlapur (2015), October (2018), Sui Dhaaga (2018), Kalank (2019)
Varun received acclaim from critics for Badlapur; the movie showed him to be another actor capable of depicting serious and complex roles.
Awards and Achievements
Varun has won several awards, including:
Stardust Award (2013): Breakthrough Performance for Student of the Year
IIFA Awards (2015 & 2017): Best Comic Role for Main Tera Hero and Dishoom
Stardust Award: Best Actor (Comedy/Romance) for Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania
The rest of the mags also honored him with a wax statue at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong in 2018, cementing his global popularity.
Personal Life
Varun was in a long-term relationship with his childhood friend Natasha Dalal, a fashion designer. The couple tied the knot in January 2021 in an intimate ceremony. Occasionally, he will share moments from his own life on social media, yet he never loses his down-to-earth attitude despite his fame.
Interesting Facts about Varun Dhawan
He is a huge wrestling fan and considers Dwayne Johnson, or The Rock, his idol.
Before entering Bollywood, he once worked as a leaflet distributor in London nightclubs.
Varun and actor Arjun Kapoor trained together at Barry John’s acting school, where they also featured in a short film.
His chemistry with Alia Bhatt is often compared to the iconic Shah Rukh Khan–Kajol pairing.
He has endorsed several big brands, including Frooti, Skybags, and Navratna.
