Varun Sharma
Actor

Varun Sharma

Active Bollywood Actor Rating 4.0/5 Fan 5.0/10
  • FromJalandhar, Punjab, India
  • Based inIndore
  • Age25–35
  • Active2013 – present
  • Updated

Varun Sharma Biography

Varun Sharma (born 4 February 1990) is an Indian actor and comedian who works mainly in Hindi cinema and is best known for playing Dilip “Choocha” Singh in the Fukrey film series. He was born in Jalandhar, Punjab.

Sharma was schooled at The Lawrence School, Sanawar, and transferred to Apeejay School in Jalandhar for classes 11 and 12. He then took a bachelor’s degree in Media, Entertainment and Film Technology from ITFT Chandigarh. He made his film debut in 2013 with Mrighdeep Singh Lamba’s comedy Fukrey, a commercial success; the role of Choocha won him the Zee Cine Award for Best Actor in a Comic Role and two Star Guild Awards.

He has since worked steadily in comic and supporting parts, including Dolly Ki Doli and Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon (2015), Rohit Shetty’s Dilwale (2015), Fukrey Returns (2017), Arjun Patiala, Khandaani Shafakhana and Chhichhore (2019), Roohi (2021), Cirkus (2022), Fukrey 3 (2023) and the Netflix film Wild Wild Punjab (2024). He made his Punjabi-language debut with Yaaran Da Katchup (2014) and appeared in the web series Chutzpah (2021). His most recent release is the comedy Rahu Ketu, which opened on 16 January 2026 with Sharma as Rahu opposite Pulkit Samrat.

Basic Details

  • Full Name: Varun Sharma
  • Date of Birth: 4 February 1990
  • Birthplace: Jalandhar, Punjab, India
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Occupation: Actor, comedian
  • Years Active: 2013 – present
  • Education: The Lawrence School, Sanawar; Apeejay School, Jalandhar; bachelor’s degree in Media, Entertainment and Film Technology, ITFT Chandigarh
  • Debut Film: Fukrey (2013)
  • Known For: Dilip “Choocha” Singh in the Fukrey series

Career Highlights

Year Film Notes
2013 Fukrey Dilip “Choocha” Singh; debut film
2013 Rabba Main Kya Karoon Gagan
2013 Warning Anshul Pandey
2014 Yaaran Da Katchup Fateh King; Punjabi-language debut
2015 Dolly Ki Doli Manjot Chaddha
2015 Kis Kisko Pyaar Karoon Karan
2015 Dilwale Sidharth “Sidhu” Saigal
2017 Raabta Radha
2017 Fukrey Returns Choocha
2018 FryDay Rajiv Chabbra
2019 Arjun Patiala Onida Singh
2019 Khandaani Shafakhana Bhooshit Bedi
2019 Chhichhore Sexa (Gurmeet Singh Dhillon)
2021 Roohi Kattanni Qureshi
2021 Chutzpah Vikas Bhalla; web series
2022 Phone Bhoot Cameo as Choocha
2022 Cirkus Joy 1 / Joy 2; dual role
2023 Fukrey 3 Choocha
2024 Wild Wild Punjab Rajesh Khanna; Netflix film
2026 Rahu Ketu Rahu; released 16 January 2026

Awards and Nominations

Year Award Notes
2013 Zee Cine Award – Best Actor in a Comic Role Fukrey — Won
2013 Star Guild Award – Most Promising Debut (Male) Fukrey — Won
2013 Star Guild Award – Best Performance in a Comic Role Fukrey — Won
2013 Screen Award – Best Actor in a Comic Role (Male) Fukrey — Nominated

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About Jalandhar, Punjab, India

Who is Varun Sharma?
Varun Sharma is an Indian actor and comedian known for his roles in Bollywood films, especially the Fukrey series.
What is Varun Sharma famous for?
He is best known for his comic timing and his role as Choocha in Fukrey and its sequels.
When was Varun Sharma born?
He was born on 4 February 1990.
What are some notable films of Varun Sharma?
Fukrey (2013), Fukrey Returns (2017), Chhichhore (2019), Bhediya (2022), and the upcoming Rahu Ketu (2026).
Has Varun Sharma won any awards?
Yes, he has won several awards including Star Guild Awards and Zee Cine Awards for Best Actor in a Comic Role.

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