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Varun Dhawan: Fame is Addictive, Actors Are Lonely
6 Jun
Summary
- Varun Dhawan discusses the isolating nature of stardom and fame's addictive quality.
- He reflects on his father David Dhawan's potential last film and family support.
- The actor emphasizes authenticity over chasing external perceptions and success.
Actor Varun Dhawan candidly shared his insights on the dual nature of fame, describing it as both addictive and isolating.
He noted that despite constant public interaction, actors often face profound loneliness during personal moments, a sentiment he frequently discusses.
Dhawan also touched upon his father David Dhawan's potential final directorial venture, Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai. He explained the family's initial hesitation due to his father's health but was encouraged by Anil Kapoor to support his passion for filmmaking.
The actor stressed the importance of staying true to oneself rather than chasing perceptions of success or relevance. He shared his father's advice to move on from setbacks and introspect rather than blame others.
Reflecting on the current film industry, Dhawan highlighted the significant challenge of drawing audiences to cinemas, even for well-made films. He believes comedy should be rooted in relatable, magnified aspects of real life, avoiding forced gags or trends.
