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Varun Sandesh, whose film Nindha hits theaters on June 21, began his career with a bang at just 17. His debut film, 2007’s Happy Days, was a massive success and quickly gained cult status. However, after a few initial hits, Varun admits that he had to struggle to keep up the momentum. Reflecting on his career, he candidly shares, “I was a kid. I went to parties and enjoyed life like any other teenager. Maybe I was in denial earlier, but after 17 years in this journey, I am ready to accept reality.” Despite still feeling unsure about some decisions, Varun says he is now in a better state of mind. “I am still trying to be sorted in terms of my career choices,” he adds.
Varun recalls a pivotal moment in his life during the filming of Mister 420. “I first remember thinking, ‘What am I doing? Why am I doing all these films?'” This led to a 1.5-year break during which he went to the US to contemplate his future. The film Michael (2023) marked his first appearance as an antagonist, a role he thoroughly enjoyed. “Playing such a character opened doors for me. I was offered different and new kinds of films after it,” he says.
In Nindha, a suspense thriller, Varun portrays a member of the National Human Rights Commission of India. While Telugu cinema has recently seen many films in this genre, Varun is confident that Nindha stands out. “This is a completely content-driven film. The screenplay is the soul here. The film entirely rides on suspense; there is no unnecessary comedy or romance track in it,” he assures.
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