It’s not every day that you see Bollywood’s fun-loving, high-energy heartthrob get candid about the quieter moments in life. But Varun Dhawan has done just that—and this time, it’s not about a film or fitness routine. It’s about fatherhood. In a recent chat with ETimes, the actor opened up like never before about becoming a dad and everything that’s come with it—joy, uncertainty, and yes, some serious volume control on the TV remote.
He didn’t sugarcoat it, and honestly, that’s what makes it so relatable.
“I’m Still Figuring It Out”
Varun started by admitting what most new parents feel but rarely say out loud: he’s still figuring things out. “Like how responsible I have to be, or how much of a kid I can still be,” he said. That balancing act between being the cool dad and the dependable one? He’s living it.
What stood out most was the credit he gave to his wife, Natasha Dalal. “Right now, Natasha is doing everything,” he shared, adding that women carry the real weight in those early weeks and months. “The woman does practically everything initially, and the man then comes in and becomes useful.” It’s refreshing to hear that kind of honesty from a public figure who’s often seen as the fun guy in films.
Finding Joy in the Little Things
It’s not the big, dramatic milestones that Varun’s obsessing over—it’s the tiny, everyday moments that have his heart. “I’m just enjoying playing with her,” he said with a smile. “Being a dad is a lot of fun right now, and every day I’m trying to be a better dad.”
But it’s not all Instagram-perfect parenting. In a cheeky confession, Varun added, “I do watch TV at a really low volume now, else my wife will throw me out of the house.” That right there? Every new parent can relate.
It’s these honest, small confessions that make Varun’s version of fatherhood feel grounded. He’s not claiming to have it all figured out. He’s just trying—every single day.
“I’d Literally Kill Someone for Her”
While he’s playful and lighthearted about some parts of parenting, Varun also opened up about the intense emotional shifts he’s gone through since becoming a father. In an earlier interview with The Hollywood Reporter, he spoke about how the protective instinct kicked in almost instantly.
“When we become parents, for some reason, you feel protection towards your daughter,” he said. “If anyone causes even so much (little) harm to her, I’d kill them. I am dead serious when I say that.”
That kind of fierce love isn’t just a line—it’s real. And it shows just how deeply fatherhood is affecting him. It’s not just about changing diapers and losing sleep. It’s about the raw, primal emotions that come with loving someone more than you thought possible.
A New Chapter, A New Varun
We’ve seen Varun Dhawan in so many avatars—romantic hero, action star, comic relief—but this new phase feels different. It’s softer, more grounded, and definitely more real. He’s not just showing off adorable pictures or posting perfect moments online. He’s opening up about the messy, confusing, beautiful reality of being a first-time dad.
And fans are loving this side of him. In an industry that often glosses over the emotional stuff, Varun’s honesty feels refreshing. It reminds us that behind the stardom is a regular guy who’s learning to be a dad—one day at a time.
So, whether it’s about being more helpful at home, keeping the volume down, or simply enjoying playtime with his daughter, Varun’s fatherhood journey is just getting started. And we’re here for it.
