Varun Dhawan has proved in 2018 that he is an actor not just looking for box office glory, but also recognition as a performer. He has starred in two films this year, October and Sui Dhaaga: Made In India. Though both the movies didn't achieve the kind of box office performance we usually associate with a Varun Dhawan performance, they were enough to explore the range of acting skills in the young superstar. Varun Dhawan is currently shooting for the multi-starrer Kalank, produced by his mentor Karan Johar. Varun Dhawan Steps Out Looking Like Shah Rukh Khan From Raees At The Lux Golden Rose Awards 2018 Red Carpet And We Are Impressed!

The period drama is reportedly set in the pre-partition era, and is directed by Abhishek Varman of 2 States fame. Apart from Dhawan, Kalank also stars Alia Bhatt, Aditya Roy Kapur, Sonakshi Sinha, Kunal Kemmu, Kiara Advani, Madhuri Dixit and Sanjay Dutt. While the plot details are not yet ascertained, it is believed that Varun is playing a warrior in the film. Varun Dhawan Threatens to Walk Out of Remo D’Souza’s Dance Film If Katrina Kaif’s Pay Demand Is Not Met.

We have seen the actor going through gruelling gym sessions to prep himself up for the role. Now the shoot for the film has ended up giving Varun some battle scars, that Varun was proud to flaunt in his latest tweet.

While we appreciate Varun's dedication to get into the skin of the character, we also do hope that he takes it slow and easy at times. What say, Varun fans? Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal Make a Lovely Pair as They Pose For Their Mandatory Diwali Pic.

Kalank is all set to release on April, 2019. Varun Dhawan is also committed to Remo D'Souza's 3D dance film with Katrina Kaif, and Rannbhoomi, a war film with Shashank Khaitan.

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