Varun Shashi Rao is an Indian actor who has appeared in The Night Manager (2023) as Naren Rao, Meenakshi Sundareshwar(2021) as Ananthan, Bala(2019) as Rohan. Varun has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry with his versatility and dedication to his craft. He started his acting journey in advertising and TV commercials and has featured in more than 200 of them. His hard work and talent eventually caught the attention of filmmakers, and he made his feature film debut by portraying Rajkumaar Rao's character in the Tamil and Kannada remakes of the superhit Hindi film "Queen," titled "Paris Paris" and "Butterfly," respectively. This role served as a launchpad for his career, and he soon became a sought-after actor in the industry. Varun has since then appeared in a series of successful and critically acclaimed films, showcasing his range as an actor. In the 2019 film "Bala," he played the role of Rohan, which received much praise from the audience and critics alike. He followed it up with another noteworthy performance as Ananthan in "Meenakshi Sundareshwar," a romantic comedy that garnered critical and popular acclaim. In 2022, Varun played Naren Rao in the Indian adaptation of John Le Carre's "The Night Manager," cementing his position as a versatile actor with an excellent eye for choosing unique and interesting roles. With each new project, Varun continues to captivate audiences with his nuanced performances and dedication to his craft. He is a rising star in the Indian film industry, and his future looks incredibly promising.