Actor
Sunil
Based In
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Origin
Bhimavaram, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India
Years Active
1996 – Present
Sunil Biography
Basic Information
- Full Name: Sunil Varma
- Stage Name: Sunil
- Date of Birth: 28 February 1974
- Age: 51 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Bhimavaram, West Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Comedian
- Years Active: 1996 – Present
Physical Details
- Height: Approx. 5 feet 7 inches
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family Background
- Father: Nallapareddy Venkateswara Rao
- Mother: Nallapareddy Saraswati
- Siblings: 1 elder brother (name not publicly disclosed)
- Spouse: Nallapareddy Naga Sravani
- Children: 1 daughter
Education
- College: Andhra University
- Qualification: Bachelor’s degree
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight / Film Name |
|---|---|
| 1996 | Acting debut with Akkada Ammayi Ikkada Abbayi |
| 1999 | Breakthrough as comedian in Nuvvu Naku Nachav |
| 2002 | Popular comedy role in Manmadhudu |
| 2004 | Hit comedy film Mallishwari |
| 2005 | Comedy success in Sontham |
| 2006 | Lead role in Maryada Ramanna (first major success as lead actor) |
| 2010 | Lead role in Poola Rangadu |
| 2013 | Lead role in Tadakha |
| 2021 | Character role in Pushpa: The Rise |
| 2022 | Supporting/antagonist roles in Ala Vaikunta Puramulo |
| 2022 | Appeared in RRR (character role) |
| 2023 | Key role in Jailer |
| 2023 | Antagonist role in Leo |
| 2024 | Recent film Mark Antony (lead/strong supporting role) |
Recent Activity
- Current Role: Journalist at India Today
- Coverage Area: Jammu & Kashmir
- Recent Assignments: Reporting on security operations in Kathua
- Covering search operations following suspicious terrorist movements
Topics Covered:
- National political issues
- International affairs
- Regional security developments
- Active Period: January 2026 (ongoing)
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Best Comedian – Telugu | Nandi Award | Nuvvu Naku Nachav | Won |
| 2003 | Best Comedian – Telugu | Filmfare Awards South | Manmadhudu | Won |
| 2004 | Best Comedian – Telugu | Nandi Award | Mallishwari | Won |
| 2006 | Best Male Debut / Supporting Actor | Filmfare Awards South | Maryada Ramanna | Nominated |
| 2010 | Best Comedian – Telugu | SIIMA Awards | Poola Rangadu | Nominated |
| 2013 | Best Comedian – Telugu | SIIMA Awards | Tadakha | Nominated |
| 2021 | Best Supporting Actor – Telugu | SIIMA Awards | Pushpa: The Rise | Nominated |
| 2022 | Best Supporting Actor – Telugu | Filmfare Awards South | Ala Vaikunta Puramulo | Nominated |
About Sunil
Sunil is a Telugu actor and comedian known for comedy, lead, and supporting roles in Tollywood.
He debuted with Akkada Ammayi Ikkada Abbayi in 1996.
Nuvvu Naku Nachav, Maryada Ramanna, Poola Rangadu, Pushpa: The Rise, RRR.
Yes, he has won multiple Nandi Awards, Filmfare Awards South, and received SIIMA nominations.
He is known for comedy, lead roles, character roles, and antagonist roles in Telugu films.