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Varun Sharma on 25 Years of Cinema Evolution: "I Am Just Getting Started"

Actor Varun Sharma reflects on the transformative last 25 years in Indian cinema, highlighting the evolution in storytelling, technology, and the industry's global reach. He credits the audience for embracing diverse performances, allowing actors to break free from typecasting. Sharma points to the ₹100-crore box office benchmark as a major shift that drew public investment in film business. Looking ahead, he predicts the next 25 years will be defined by AI, VFX, and digital content dissemination, while personally stating his own journey is just beginning.

Key Points: Varun Sharma Reflects on 25 Years of Indian Cinema Evolution

  • Evolution of storytelling & technology
  • The ₹100-crore box office benchmark
  • Breaking free from typecasting
  • Future shaped by AI & digital age
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Varun Sharma reflects on first quarter of 21st century: I am just getting started

Actor Varun Sharma discusses the transformation of Indian cinema, the ₹100-crore benchmark, and his personal journey, stating he's just getting started.

"I believe I am just getting started and have miles to go. - Varun Sharma"

Mumbai, Dec 24

Actor Varun Sharma has reflected on the first quarter of the 21st century, describing his journey and the evolution of Indian cinema over the past 25 years.

For him, this period has been humbling and motivating, as he has been welcomed for his performances across genres, letting him grow without being typecast.

Varun thinks the last 25 years for Indian cinema has been about unprecedented evolution.

"The grammar of storytelling changed in Hindi cinema but it also managed to retain its core essence. Filmmakers reinvented existing genres and infused it with their own style. Technically - all departments took major strides," Varun told IANS exclusively.

The actor, who first gained love and spotlight for playing Choocha in "Fukrey", highlighted the strides made across all departments, with the emergence of the Rs. 100-crore benchmark redefining box office success.

"The Rs. 100 crore film became the benchmark to judge the success of a film at the box office and introduced a whole new idiom. Today people who are not part of the industry are invested in the business of cinema which has been a major change."

He strongly believes that Indian cinema has also reached a global audience by remaining local which is yet another achievement.

Reflecting on his personal journey, Varun shared that he began his career 13 years into the century and has been deeply touched by the audience's embrace of his films and performances.

"I kicked off my journey 13 years into the 21st century and the way the audience has embraced my films and my performances has been very humbling for me. Today people are not stereotyped according to the roles that you play," said Varun, who made his debut in Hindi cinema in 2013.

He added: "A good actor is just that and filmmakers cast you irrespective of the genres that you have excelled in. I believe I am just getting started and have miles to go."

Looking forward, he feels the next 25 years will see technology shaping all aspects of filmmaking.

"AI, VFX and other technological advancements will dictate how we make our films. We are in the digital age and that means it's not just the making of films but also the dissemination of content which will be a game changer," added the actor, who is all set to be seen in the upcoming film "Rahu Ketu".

- IANS

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Rohit P
While I appreciate his optimism, I feel the 100-crore benchmark has done some harm too. Now every Friday, trade analysts only talk about numbers, not the art. Some brilliant films that don't cross that mark are unfairly labelled as flops. The focus should return to storytelling.
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David E
As someone who has watched Indian cinema from abroad for decades, I completely agree about reaching a global audience while staying local. Films like RRR and Gangubai showed the world our storytelling power. The technical quality now rivals Hollywood in many aspects. Well said, Varun!
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Ananya R
His point about not being typecast is so important. Remember when comedians only got side roles? Now actors like Varun, Rajkummar Rao carry entire films. That's real progress. Wishing him all the best for his next phase!
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Karthik V
True that technology will shape the next 25 years. But I hope we don't lose the human touch and the *dil* (heart) of our stories in the VFX and AI rush. Our cinema's strength has always been emotion. Balance is key.
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Sarah B
It's refreshing to see an actor reflect on the industry's journey with such clarity. The digital age comment is spot on – my kids in Toronto watch new Indian shows on Netflix the same day they release in Mumbai. That connectivity is the real game-changer.

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