"Choocha" Forever: The Cinematic Journey of Varun Sharma!

Varun Sharma is a name that has become synonymous with laughter and endearing characters in Bollywood. Since his memorable debut, he has carved out a unique and beloved space for himself in the industry, proving that "side heroes" can be just as impactful as the leads. With his impeccable comic timing and ability to bring a sense of natural innocence to his roles, Varun has become a go-to actor for directors looking for a touch of lightheartedness and genuine charm.

Early Life and Breakout Role

Born on February 4, 1990, in Jalandhar, Punjab, Varun Sharma's passion for acting began in his youth. After completing his education in Media, Entertainment, and Film Technology, he moved to Mumbai to pursue his dreams. His big break came with his debut film, the comedy-drama Fukrey (2013).

In this film, he took on the iconic role of Dilip "Choocha" Singh, a naive and lovable schoolboy with a unique ability to dream lottery numbers. His performance as Choocha was an instant hit, earning him widespread critical acclaim and several awards, including the Star Guild Award and Zee Cine Award for Best Performance in a Comic Role. The character became a cultural phenomenon, and "Choocha" has since become an inseparable part of his identity.

Filmography: A Deep Dive into His Versatility

While he is best known for his comedic roles, Varun Sharma has showcased his versatility across a wide range of genres. His filmography is a testament to his ability to add value to any project he is a part of.

Key Film Roles:

• The Fukrey Franchise: Varun's career is inextricably linked to this series. He reprised his role as Choocha in Fukrey Returns (2017) and Fukrey 3 (2023), with each installment reinforcing his status as a comedic powerhouse.
• Dilwale (2015): In this Rohit Shetty-directed blockbuster, Varun played the role of Sidhu, adding his signature comedic flair to a star-studded cast that included Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Varun Dhawan.
• Dolly Ki Doli (2015): A strong performance as a naive young man who gets conned by the film's lead, further showcasing his natural comedic talent.
• Chhichhore (2019): Varun's portrayal of Gurmeet "Sexa" Singh Dhillon was another major highlight. The film, which was a box office hit and won the National Award for Best Feature Film, allowed him to blend comedy with poignant moments of friendship.
• Roohi (2021): This horror-comedy saw him in a completely different light, as his character, Kattanni, falls in love with a ghost. The film was a critical success, and his performance was widely praised.
• Cirkus (2022): A dual role in another Rohit Shetty comedy, which once again proved his strength in the comedy genre.

The Road Ahead

Varun Sharma continues to be a busy and in-demand actor. He is set to star in Imtiaz Ali's new project, Side Heroes, where he will team up with fellow sidekicks Abhishek Banerjee and Aparshakti Khurana. Fans are eagerly anticipating this collaboration, which promises a new era of heartwarming and hilarious storytelling. He is also part of the Netflix film Wild Wild Punjab and is constantly exploring new roles that challenge him as an artist. With his infectious charm and undeniable talent, Varun Sharma's journey in Bollywood is far from over, and audiences are sure to enjoy the ride.

Golmaal Returns and Dilwale went wrong in some departments, confesses Rohit Shetty!

Regardless of all the installments of the famous movie series Golmaal have been hits, director Rohit Shetty confesses that the second part of the franchise was a bad movie! As per the director, Golmaal Returns. 

Released in 2008, Golmaal Returns was a sequel to Golmaal and featured Ajay Devgn, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Tusshar Kapoor in the key roles. Shetty, who also directed Dilwale and Singham, told he knew these movies had some problem in them. When questioned about what he does when a film doesn't work, Rohit, in an interaction with a media agency told, "We rectify what all went wrong. My whole team sits (and introspects), even it is a hit. Like Golmaal Returns was the biggest hit of the year. But we knew it was a crap film. In Singham 2 we knew the villain went wrong. Singham is a cult movie but in (part) two the villain's character went wrong. In Dilwale, the whole Shah Rukh-Kajol story went wrong," he further added.

The director, who was talking at a panel discussion, at the 18th MAMI Mumbai International Film Festival, told that he gets a fair idea if a film is going to work or not once the shooting is complete. "Once I've completed a film, I get a feeling whether it'll work or not. Since my films are hardcore commercial, I am catering to a particular audience so you start getting a feeling, that it is not going to work on that level. You should be prepared for what's going to happen. I get a feeling that something is going to go wrong," Rohit further added.

Rohit Shetty breaks his silence over the failure of Dilwale!

Director Rohit Shetty's last movie Dilwale starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol had failed to make a buzz at the box-office and months after the release of the movie, Shetty finally opened up about what caused the movie to bomb.

Rohit claimed that originally the movie was the story of three brothers and the role played by Kajol was comparatively smaller in part and only in flashbacks. But due the burden of doing justice to the classic couple of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, he had to rewrite the movie and give more importance to the love story and that went against the movie as people were expecting a typical Rohit Shetty entertainer.