Quick Info
| Profession | Comedian, Screenwriter, Lyricist |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 26/01/1980 |
| Age | 46 years |
| Birthplace | Sundernagar, Himachal Pradesh, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Varun Grover
Varun Grover's short film 'Damned', which he directed, was announced as part of the lineup for the 15th Dharamshala International Film Festival. The festival's shorts section includes the film alongside other new titles, and the festival is set to be closed by the India premiere of 'Birds in the Dark'.
Varun Grover complained that Instagram removed a musical version of his satirical poem on the government's 2047 Viksit Bharat promise. He criticised the takedown on X, calling it an act by the government, and the removal was reported alongside other satirists' content being taken down.
Varun Grover released his stand-up comedy special 'Nothing Makes Sense' in 2025. The special showcases his signature blend of humor, poetry, and social commentary, marking a significant milestone in his evolving career as a stand-up comedian.
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Bio/Wiki
| Famous For | Writing the dialogues for the movie Gangs of Wasseypur |
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| Sun sign | Aquarius |
| Occupations | Lyricist, director, screenwriter, stand-up comedian, actor |
| Education | Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi |
| Notable Works | Masaan, Udta Punjab, Dum Laga Ke Haisha, Sacred Games, RRR |
| Years Active | 2004 onwards |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm (5’ 8”) |
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| Weight | 70 kg (154 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Indian Institute of Technology (BHU) Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh |
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| Degree | Civil Engineering |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
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| Marital Status | Married | ||||||
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| Controversy | In 2018, during the MeToo campaign, poet and feminist Harnidh Kaur alleged that she was harassed by him. |
| Directorial Debut | All India Rank (feature film, written and directed by Varun Grover) |
| Latest Stand-up Special | Nothing Makes Sense (2025) |
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| Actress | Priyanka Chopra |
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| Book | Midnight’s Children by Salman Rushdie |
| Play | Aisa Kahte Hain by Manav Kaul |
| Musician | S. D. Burman |
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| Favorite Place to Get a Drink in Mumbai | Family Restaurant Aani Bar |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Spent adolescence in Sundernagar and Dehradun before relocating to Lucknow. | |
| 2. Developed a love for writing during school years. | |
| 3. Commenced career as a software consultant prior to transitioning to writing in Mumbai. | |
| 4. Contributed to popular films and TV programs such as Newton, Fan, and The Great Indian Comedy Show. | |
| 5. Ranked in the top ten highest-paid lyricists in the Indian film industry. | |
| 6. Co-created the political satire group Aisi Taisi Democracy. | |
| 7. Debut feature film as director All India Rank (2023) closed the 52nd Rotterdam International Film Festival and the 52nd International Film Festival Rotterdam. | |
| 8. Lead writer and Executive Producer of Netflix India's first original series Sacred Games (2018-2019). |
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