Vijay Varma Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Profession(s): Model, Actor, and Theatre Artist

Date of Birth: 29 March 1986 (Saturday)

Age (as of 2025): 39 Years

Birthplace: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Zodiac sign: Pisces

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Ethnicity: Marwari [3] The Indian Express

Age: 39 Years

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EDUCATION

College/University: Graduation in Acting from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune.

Educational Qualification(s): • Graduation in Commerce [1] DNA India • Graduation in Acting [2] The Indian Express

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): in centimeters – 180 cm in meters – 1.80 m in feet & inches – 5’ 11”

Weight (approx.): in kilograms – 70 kg in pounds – 154 lbs

Eye Colour: Dark Brown

Hair Colour: Dark Brown

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Unmarried

Affairs/Girlfriends: • Lin Laishram (actor; rumoured ex-girlfriend) [4] Instagram- Vijay Varma • Tamannaah Bhatia (actress; 2023-2025)

Parents: His father runs a handicraft business.

Siblings: Brother – Manoj (elder) Sister – Shobha (elder)

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Debut: Short Film: Shor (2008) Film (Hindi): Chittagong (2012) as Jhunku (Subodh Roy) Film (Telugu): MCA (2017) as Siva

Award: 26 November 2023: Critics’ Choice Award in the Best Actor (Male): Drama Series category for the web series ‘Dahaad’ at the Filmfare OTT Awards

MONEY FACTOR

Income/Fees: He charged Rs 85 Lakhs for the 2022 Netflix Hindi film ‘Darlings.’ [5] KoiMoi

OTHER INFORMATION

Actor: Ranbir Kapoor

Film(s): Maqbool (2004), Omkara (2006), Haider (2014)

Film Director(s): Vishal Bhardwaj , Vikramaditya Motwane

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Vijay Varma, an accomplished Indian theatre artist, model, and actor, has made significant strides in the entertainment industry with his compelling performances. He gained notable recognition for his role as the male lead in the 2022 Netflix film “Darlings,” which starred acclaimed actors Alia Bhatt and Shefali Shah. Hailing from a Rajasthani family that resides in Hyderabad, India, Vijay’s journey into the world of acting began after he completed his Bachelor of Commerce (BCom). Driven by a passion for performance, he joined a theatre group in Hyderabad while juggling various odd jobs, such as selling mobile plans for Idea Cellular and working night shifts at a call center. Reflecting on his early influences, he shared how Sundays at home were dedicated to watching movies, and he often immersed himself in his extensive comic book collection. Inspired by a friend’s performance mimicking characters from “Vaastav” (1999), he realized that acting was where his true passion lay, leading him to renounce the traditional 9-to-5 work life.

During his formative years in acting, Vijay received crucial financial support from friends, notably Vijay Ramnani, and later from his father. His education at the prestigious Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) was a transformative period where he honed his skills. He would often seclude himself in his room, captivated by films on his Philips DVD player, meticulously studying the performances of various actors. Upon graduating from FTII in 2008, Vijay moved to Mumbai, eager to embark on his acting career. Initially, he faced challenges breaking into the industry, auditioning for several TV commercials without securing promising opportunities. However, his talent caught the attention of renowned Indian theatre director Tom Halter, who recommended him for the English theatre play “Three Short Plays.” This marked the beginning of an enriching phase in his career as he immersed himself in Hind theatre, expressing how theatre fulfilled a deep-seated need within him—an avenue that allowed him to escape the mundanity many around him succumbed to.

In the early stages of his acting career, Vijay also dabbled in modeling, earning modest fees for his assignments. His portfolio grew as he appeared in several Hindi films, including critically acclaimed works like “Pink” (2016), “Manto” (2018), “Gully Boy” (2019), and “Bamfaad” (2020). The success of “Darlings” in 2022 saw him reflecting on the unexpected journey of his role; he revealed that initially, Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan had expressed interest in the character that ultimately became his. Alongside his film roles, Vijay also showcased his versatility in various Hindi web series, including “Cheers-Friends, Reunion, Goa” (2018), “A Suitable Boy” (2020), “She” (2020), “Mirzapur” (2020), and “OK Computer” (2021).

Vijay Varma’s charisma and talent have not gone unnoticed, as he has graced the covers of several magazines, including Tabloid and Reverie, and has walked the ramp in numerous fashion shows, showcasing his modeling prowess. His love for fashion further extends to his collection of vintage watches, each engraved with his name, a testament to his unique style. Moreover, he often shares glimpses of his personal life, including his new car, the Jeep Compass, which he humorously referred to as his “new love interest.” Beyond his professional endeavors, Vijay enjoys traveling with friends and reading books during his leisure time. His personal life has also made headlines, especially after actress Tamannaah Bhatia confirmed their relationship, which blossomed during the filming of “Lust Stories 2.” As he continues to navigate his career, Vijay recently opened up about living with vitiligo, a skin condition that alters pigmentation, demonstrating his courage and authenticity both on and off the screen.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.