From household names in daily soaps to OTT sensations, Varun Badola’s career is a testament to the power of memorable television roles. The actor opens up about the shows that kickstarted his rise: ‘Koshish – Ek Aasha’, ‘Astitva… Ek Prem Kahani’, and ‘Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand’.
These early 2000s gems gave Badola not just visibility but a solid foundation. ‘They shaped who I am as an actor,’ he told us in a candid interview, noting how the characters became synonymous with his identity.
Yet, Badola is pragmatic about progress. ‘Those achievements from 20 years ago fill me with pride, but I can’t rest on them. Maturing in this profession is essential,’ he asserted, painting a picture of an artist committed to reinvention.
In ‘Astitva… Ek Prem Kahani’, which aired in 2002, Badola shared screen space with Nikki Aneja Walia, captivating viewers with emotional depth. His turn in ‘Koshish – Ek Aasha’ opposite Sandhya Mridul drew praise for nuanced performance, while ‘Des Mein Niklla Hoga Chand’ saw him as the beloved ‘Dev’ alongside Sangeeta Ghosh.
These projects established him as one of TV’s most trusted performers. Fast-forward to now, and Badola is making waves in digital spaces with ‘Undekhi’ Season 4. The series, featuring a stellar cast including Harsh Chhaya and Gautam Rode, benefits from his writing contributions in its debut season.
With a personal life anchored by his marriage to Rajeshwari, Badola’s story inspires many in the industry. It’s a reminder that while roots matter, branches must extend to new horizons for sustained success.
