Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan recently offered a candid look into his life as a new father during his appearance on the ninth season of the popular talk show, Koffee With Karan. Sharing the couch with fellow actor Janhvi Kapoor, Dhawan discussed his personal experiences since welcoming his daughter, Lara, with his wife, Natasha Dalal. The conversation provided viewers with a lighthearted glimpse into how the actor is navigating the initial stages of parenthood.
During the episode, host Karan Johar reflected on the shared journey of his former debutants from the 2012 film Student of the Year. Johar noted that several members of that cohort, including Alia Bhatt, Sidharth Malhotra, and Dhawan himself, have embraced parenthood in recent years. Dhawan fondly recalled that even during their early days on set, Bhatt had expressed a desire to start a family, highlighting the enduring bond shared by the group as they transition into this new phase of life.
The discussion turned to the challenges of raising a toddler, with Dhawan sharing a humorous story about the spirited interactions he has with his young daughter. While discussing his own parenting style, Dhawan playfully admitted that he and Lara often get into arguments. When asked by the host how a two-year-old could engage in such disputes, Dhawan explained that their disagreements primarily revolve around their differing music tastes. According to the actor, his daughter is fixated on a specific Michael Jackson song, whereas he frequently tries to encourage her to listen to a broader selection of tracks by the legendary artist.
In a segment of the show, Dhawan also took the opportunity to praise fellow actor Ranbir Kapoor’s approach to fatherhood. Admitting that he holds Kapoor in high regard, Dhawan remarked, “When I see Ranbir as a parent, he is amazing. He is so good as a father that I feel like, really ashamed!” While he maintained that he is also doing his best as a parent, he noted that Kapoor’s natural aptitude for the role serves as a high benchmark.
Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt have been a prominent couple in the industry since their marriage in April 2022. Their daughter, Raha, was born in November of the same year, and the family has since become a frequent subject of public interest. The couple made their first public appearance with their daughter during the Christmas festivities in 2023.
Looking ahead, Kapoor continues to be a central figure in Indian cinema with several high-profile projects. He is slated to star in Nitesh Tiwari’s upcoming two-part epic, Ramayana, where he will portray Lord Rama. The ambitious project also features Sai Pallavi as Sita and Yash as Ravana. The first part of the film is scheduled for a theatrical release on November 5, 2026, with the second installment anticipated around Diwali 2027.
Beyond his mythological epic, Kapoor is also working on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film titled Love & War. The project, which is scheduled for release on March 20 next year, will see him sharing the screen with Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. These professional milestones continue to keep the actor in the limelight, even as his peers like Dhawan openly acknowledge his presence as a dedicated father in his personal life.
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