Actor
Varun Tej
Based In
Hyderabad, India
Origin
Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Years Active
2014 – Present
Varun Tej Biography
Varun Tej Full Information
- Full Name: Varun Tej Konidela
- Profession: Actor
- Industry: Telugu Film Industry (Tollywood)
- Date of Birth: 19 January 1990
- Age (as of 2026): 36 Years
- Birthplace: Hyderabad, Telangana, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Height: Approx. 6 feet 4 inches
- Weight: Around 85 kg
Family Background
- Father: Nagendra Babu (Actor & Producer)
- Mother: Padmaja Konidela
- Sister: Niharika Konidela
- Uncle: Chiranjeevi (Megastar of Telugu cinema)
- Cousins: Ram Charan, Allu Arjun, Sai Dharam Tej
Education
- Studied in Hyderabad
- Completed acting-related training before entering films
Career Highlight
| Year | Movie / Show Name | Highlight / Achievement |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | Hands Up | First screen appearance as child actor |
| 2014 | Mukunda | Debut as lead actor |
| 2015 | Kanche | Breakthrough performance; won Best Male Debut (South) |
| 2017 | Fidaa | Major commercial success; career-defining romantic role |
| 2018 | Tholi Prema | Box-office hit; youth favorite performance |
| 2018 | Antariksham 9000 KMPH | First Telugu space-themed film |
| 2019 | Gaddalakonda Ganesh | Critical praise for negative-shaded character |
| 2019 | F2: Fun and Frustration | Entry into successful comedy franchise |
| 2022 | Ghani | Action-oriented transformation role |
| 2023 | Gandeevadhari Arjuna | Spy-action genre appearance |
| 2024 | Operation Valentine | Pan-India bilingual release (Telugu & Hindi) |
| 2024 | Matka | Intense mass-character portrayal |
| 2026 † | Korean Kanakaraju | Upcoming film (currently in production) |
| 2019 | Bigg Boss Season 3 (Guest) | Television guest appearance |
Recent Activity
- Welcomed his first child (son) named Vaayuv Tej Konidela
- Baby born on 10 September 2025
- Wife: Lavanya Tripathi
- Currently working on upcoming Indo-Korean horror-comedy Korean Kanakaraju
- Expected release year: 2026
- Also starring in the film Matka
Awards List
| Year | Award Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Best Male Debut – South | Filmfare Awards South | Kanche | Won |
| 2015 | Best Debut Actor | SIIMA Awards | Kanche | Won |
| 2016 | Best Actor (Critics) | SIIMA Awards | Kanche | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best Actor | Filmfare Awards South | Fidaa | Nominated |
| 2017 | Best Actor (Critics) | SIIMA Awards | Fidaa | Nominated |
| 2018 | Best Actor | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Tholi Prema | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Supporting Actor | SIIMA Awards | F2: Fun and Frustration | Nominated |
| 2019 | Best Actor in Negative Role | SIIMA Awards | Gaddalakonda Ganesh | Nominated |
| 2020 | Best Actor (Critics) | Zee Cine Awards Telugu | Gaddalakonda Ganesh | Nominated |
About Varun Tej
He is a Telugu film actor from the Mega family, known for films like Fidaa and Kanche.
He made his lead debut in 2014 with Mukunda.
Yes, he married actress Lavanya Tripathi in 2023.
His tall athletic presence, emotional performances, and unique script choices.
Kanche (2015) is considered his breakthrough performance.