Who says that Marathi film industry is short of heroes with a good personality? Here comes young Varad Chavan, son of veteran Marathi actor Vijay Chavan. Varad, who has been blessed with a good height and a perfect physique required by an actor, is more keen on doing angry young man roles and doesn’t seem to be that interested in comedy roles done by his father over the years. Not very long ago, like any other Mumbai collegian, Varad too enjoyed dancing and worked hard to complete his graduation in computer science. He also gave his exams for NDA and Navy to make a serious career in it.

But, as they say, “Fortune knocks at every man’s door once in a life.’ Varad too had his chance to become an actor. He got his first opportunity to play lead in ‘Chaundrakala’ opposite Megha Ghadge. This was followed by ‘On Duty 24 Taas’ where he played a Villain and now you will see him in the second lead in forthcoming film ‘Premasaathi’ and then ‘Pakyabhai’ is to follow. Varad has also reached the home viewers through Mi Marathi’s ongoing TV serial ‘Mangalsutra’.

Varad Chavan
Looking at his body language and confidence, Varad certainly stands a better chance to find suitable roles as per his wish in days to come. In a chit chat with Marathi Movie World, he speaks about his new acting career.

Q: You have been watching plays and films since your childhood. When exactly you got attracted to this glamour world ?
A: It was sometime in 1994, as a child I was present in the theatre during the first show of the revival of the popular play ‘Moruchi Maushi’. Watching quietly from one corner of the stage my father’s entry and exit in that get up, I really got attracted to this acting profession.

Q: So, after that did you express your wish to your father?
A: No; In fact I focused on my studies, as I felt that being totally dependant on acting would not make me financially strong, in the days to come. By giving many competitive exams, I was almost getting ready to settle down with India’s defence wing. But, at that crucial time, I had to accept what was in my destiny.

Q: Now, how much do you enjoy working in this field ?
A: Yes, it is a great experience and I am enjoying every moment.

Q: What type of roles, you feel that you will be comfortable with ?
A: I am looking forward to play action hero, with an angry young man look.

Q: You are now occupied with films and also on TV with an ongoing serial. What is your advice to newcomers, who wish to take up acting as their career?
A: It is not that easy, as you visualize it. There is lot of hard work. Sometimes there is 14 hours of continuous work, where you are required to give your best all the time.