Varun Sharma
Varun Sharma | |
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| File:Varun sharma fukrey hero new picture.jpg Varun Sharma | July 29, 2014 | |
| Born | 4 February 1990 |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 2013-present |
Varun Sharma[1] is an Indian actor who made his debut in Farhan Akhtar's 2013 film production Fukrey, which was a surprise hit in Bollywood.[2][3] Since his appearance in Fukrey, he has appeared in other comedy films, such as Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon and Dilwale etc.
Early life and background
He began his studies at The Lawrence School in Sanawar, later transferring to the APJ school in Jalandhar to complete Class 11 and 12. He obtained a bachelor's degree in Media, Entertainment and Film Technology from ITFT Chandigarh. He acted in ads for many companies, including Virgin Mobile, Airtel, Ebay, and Nissan Micra, before appearing in his first film,Fukrey.[4]
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Fukrey | Chucha | Debut film |
| 2013 | Rabba Main lost Karoon | Gagan (Saahil's friend) | |
| 2013 | Warning | Anshul Pandey | |
| 2014 | Yaaran Da Katchup | Fateh Kingh | Punjabi film |
| 2015 | Angrej | Cameo | |
| 2015 | Dolly Ki Doli | Manjot | |
| 2015 | Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon | Karan | |
| 2015 | Dilwale | Sidhu | |
| 2017 | Raabta | Radha | |
| 2017 | Fukrey Returns | Chucha | |
| 2018 | FryDay | TBA | [5] |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Film | Award | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Fukrey | Screen Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role (Male/Female) | Nominated[6] |
| Star Guild Awards | Most Promising Debut - Male | Nominated | ||
| Star Guild Awards | Best Performance in a Comic Role | Won | ||
| Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | Won |
References
- ^ Varun Sharma Filmography & Biography
- ^ "Fukrey Emerges A HIT". Box Office India. Retrieved 21 June 2013.
- ^ "Lootera and Policegiri Make Little Impact Raanjhanaa Strong Second Week". Box Office India. Retrieved 6 July 2013.
- ^ "Varun Sharma: The 'Fukra' from Jalandhar, from among the 'Fukrey'". Navleen Lakhi, YESPUNJAB. 17 June 2013. Retrieved 11 October 2013.
- ^ "Varun Sharma: Stereotype of the star has now been broken - Mumbai Mirror -". Mumbai Mirror. Retrieved 3 January 2018.
- ^ "Winners of 20th Annual Life OK Screen Awards 2014". cinebag.com. 9 January 2014. Retrieved 15 January 2014.