Sunil (actor) explained

Sunil (actor) should not be confused with Sunil (Kannada actor).

Sunil
Birthname:Indukuri Sunil Varma[1]
Birth Date:28 February 1974[2]
Birth Place:Bhimavaram, Andhra Pradesh, India
Yearsactive:2000present
Works:Full list
Children:2

Indukuri Sunil Varma (born 28 February 1974), known mononymously as Sunil, is an Indian actor who works predominantly in Telugu films, and has also featured in a few Tamil films. Noted for his comic roles, Sunil has appeared in over 180 films in his career, including a few lead roles.[3] He has won three state Nandi Awards and two Filmfare Awards South. He was widely considered as one of Tollywood's finest comedians during his peak in the 2000s, most known for his distinct laugh and delivery of jokes.

Sunil played a lead role in Andala Ramudu (2006) and later went on to star in several Telugu language films including commercial successes like Maryada Ramanna (2010), Poola Rangadu (2012), and Tadakha (2013).[4] [5]

His career took a decline over the 2010s as he opted for more lead hero roles over comedian roles in commercially unsuccessful films,[6] but has seen a career resurgence as a villain and in more versatile roles.[7] Sunil started as the antagonist in the films Colour Photo (2020) and (2021), which were commercially successful films. His Tamil films include Maaveeran (2023) and Jailer (2023), the latter of which is his highest grossing release till date.

Career

Sunil started his career in 1996 as an extra in the film Akkada Ammayi Ikkada Abbayi. However, his scenes did not make it to the final cut of the film.[8] His career began on a slow note with movies like Second Hand (which was stopped from production), and Peruleni Cinema. Prema Katha and Swayamvaram were his first real opportunities in the industry. Chiru Navvutho and Nuvve Kavali were the first films that he acted in. Nuvve Kavali was the first one to release.[9]

In 2010, Sunil starred in S. S. Rajamouli-directed Maryada Ramanna, which was a commercial success. A reviewer from Sify noted that: "Sunil would no longer look like a comedy hero. His dances are simply superb."[10]

Sunil was then cast in the lead role in Poola Rangadu, directed by Veerabhadram Chowdary which was released across 450 theatres worldwide. The film received positive reviews. He was the antagonist in the film Colour Photo (2020), which brought him critical acclaim.[11]

The 2021 film saw Sunil in an unusual role of a serious gangster Mangalam Seenu, very different from the comedy roles he usually plays.[12] The success of the film brought him many offers to play negative roles and he made his Tamil debut in 2023 with Maaveeran (2023).[13]

Personal life

Sunil hails from Bhimavaram of Andhra Pradesh, India. Sunil celebrated his 40th birthday for a noble cause donating to a blind school and spending time with them.[14]

Director Trivikram Srinivas and Sunil have been friends since their days in Bhimavaram. They, along with director Gunasekhar, were roommates in Punjagutta during their struggling days. As of 2016, Trivikram rents the room as a memory.[15] [16]

Accolades

Filmography

See main article: Sunil filmography.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Kavirayani. Suresh. 2017-09-09. Testing time for Sunil Varma. 2020-09-04. Deccan Chronicle. 7 April 2023. https://web.archive.org/web/20230407125359/https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/tollywood/090917/testing-time-for-sunil-varma.html. live.
  2. News: Sunil turns into SI Ramaraju for "Colour Photo"; first look out. 2020-09-13. The Times of India. en. 26 September 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220926022739/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/sunil-turns-into-si-ramaraju-for-colour-photo-first-look-out/articleshow/74376359.cms. live.
  3. Web site: Srikanth . S . అందాల రాముడు సునీల్ కు పుట్టినరోజు జేజేలు! . Birthday wishes to Andala Ramudu Sunil . . te . 28 February 2020 . 28 June 2022 . 30 December 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20221230152404/https://www.hmtvlive.com/movies/tollywood-comedian-actor-sunil-birthday-special-40514 . live .
  4. Web site: 2020-08-07. Sunil Not Interested In Comedian Roles Anymore?. 2020-09-04. Sakshi Post. en. 22 August 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20200822231435/https://english.sakshi.com/news/entertainment/comedian-hero-villain-sunil-has-done-it-all-122424. live.
  5. News: 2010-07-29. I am basking in the success of Maryada Ramanna, says director. en-IN. The Hindu. 2020-09-04. 0971-751X. 18 October 2020. https://web.archive.org/web/20201018061935/https://www.thehindu.com/news/cities/Vijayawada/I-am-basking-in-the-success-of-Maryada-Ramanna-says-director/article16214328.ece. live.
  6. Web site: The Rise, Fall and Resurrection of Telugu Actor Sunil, Who Stars in Colour Photo . 28 October 2020 .
  7. Web site: Sunil's Comic Charm Attracts Tamil Directors . 16 August 2023 .
  8. Web site: పవన్ కళ్యాణ్ సినిమాలో సునీల్ విలన్ గా నటించాడట.. కానీ…. Raja. Shekar. 7 February 2021. TeluguStop.com. 11 June 2022. 30 December 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221230152412/https://telugustop.com/sunil-villain-role-pawan-kalyan-movie-%E0%B0%B8%E0%B1%81%E0%B0%A8%E0%B1%80%E0%B0%B2%E0%B1%8D. live.
  9. Web site: Sunil - Telugu Cinema interview - Telugu film actor. www.idlebrain.com. 17 October 2007. 22 April 2018. https://web.archive.org/web/20180422105620/http://www.idlebrain.com/celeb/interview/sunil.html. live.
  10. Web site: Maryada Ramanna. Sify. 2 July 2014. https://web.archive.org/web/20140702175320/http://www.sify.com/movies/maryada-ramanna-review-telugu-14950743.html. dead.
  11. Web site: Success meet: Actor Sunil shares experience of working with 'Colour Photo' cast. 2020-11-26. ap7am.com. en. 30 December 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20221230152402/https://www.ap7am.com/lv-338928-success-meet-actor-sunil-shares-experience-of-working-with-colour-photo-cast. dead.
  12. News: Sunil as 'Mangalam Srinu' looks intense in Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa'. 2022-01-07. The Times of India. en. 11 November 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20211111155622/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/sunil-as-mangalam-srinu-looks-intense-in-allu-arjuns-pushpa/articleshow/87565787.cms. live.
  13. Web site: Sunil becomes part of one more Tamil film. 21 January 2023. 123telugu.
  14. Web site: Sunil spends his birthday at Devnar Blind School. Cinesiren. 28 February 2013. 2 March 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20130302025323/http://cinesiren.com/sunil-celebrates-birthday-in-a-noble-way-inspired-by-a-kid/. live.
  15. Web site: 2021-08-30. ఆయనో స్టార్‌ డైరెక్టర్‌.. ఇప్పటికీ రూ.ఐదు వేల అద్దె కడుతూ... Sakshi. te. 28 June 2022. 20 May 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220520162710/https://www.sakshi.com/telugu-news/movies/director-trivikram-srinivas-still-pays-room-rent-panjagutta-house-1391708. live.
  16. Web site: 19 February 2016. ఆ గది పంజాగుట్టలో ఉంది.... 2022-02-16. Samayam Telugu. te. 27 September 2022. https://web.archive.org/web/20220927152130/https://telugu.samayam.com/telugu-movies/cinema-news/sunil-trivikram-still-paying-rent-for-that-room/articleshow/51050453.cms. live.
  17. Web site: Filmfare awards for South India - Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam & Kannada - Telugu Cinema. www.idlebrain.com. 11 August 2014. 18 March 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150318222420/http://www.idlebrain.com/news/functions/filmfareawards2005.html. live.
  18. [61st Filmfare Awards South]
  19. Web site: 4 January 2018. Actor Sunil to ditch hero role for next film, return to comedy. 4 September 2020. The News Minute. 10 April 2021. https://web.archive.org/web/20210410232355/https://www.thenewsminute.com/article/actor-sunil-ditch-hero-role-next-film-return-comedy-74182. live.

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