Varun Chakravarthy once worked as a film junior artiste for Rs 600, wrote stories and shot films before becoming India’s mystery spinner

Varun Chakravarthy's Unconventional Journey to Cricket Fame

Before rising as a notable Indian spin bowler, Varun Chakravarthy pursued various creative fields, including architecture and filmmaking. He also worked as a junior artiste, earning Rs 600 a day. When his film career did not take off, he returned to cricket, initially playing tennis ball matches.

This path eventually led him to professional cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL). Varun shared these experiences in a podcast with former Indian spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.

"Before becoming a prominent Indian spin bowler, Varun Chakravarthy explored architecture, filmmaking, and even acted as a junior artiste for Rs 600 a day."

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Varun Chakravarthy's journey from film junior artiste and filmmaker to IPL star highlights his resilience and diverse talents before establishing himself in cricket.

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The Economic Times The Economic Times — 2025-11-07

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