Varun Chakravarthy's Journey Before Cricket Fame
Varun Chakravarthy, well-known to followers of Indian cricket and the IPL, once earned just Rs 600 per day as a junior artiste before rising to prominence as a spinner for India. His career path was unconventional, involving multiple fields before he settled on cricket.
Early Career and Exploration
In his 20s, Varun experimented with architecture, music, films, and cricket, trying to find his true calling. His interest in films led him to spend time with filmmakers and watch movie shoots.
Experiences in the Film Industry
“I started hanging out with the movie guys in my group. We used to watch the shooting of films. One day, I got to know that this cricket movie Jeeva was being shot in many cricket stadiums. So I went to the location, thinking I would try to be an assistant director. I had seen some films like Varanam Aayiram and Subramaniapuram. These inspired me a lot during those days. So I felt that I could express myself through the movies. But I couldn’t make it to being an AD on set. But one day on set, an AD came up to me and offered me a part as a junior artiste, asking if I knew how to play cricket. The salary was Rs 600 per day. That was pretty helpful at that time.”
From Junior Artiste to Indian Cricketer
- Varun began with modest earnings in the film industry.
- His ability to play cricket landed him roles connected to the sport.
- Eventually, Varun transitioned to professional cricket, receiving a daily allowance of $300 as an Indian cricketer.
His story reflects determination across diverse fields before achieving success on the cricketing stage.
Author's Summary
Varun Chakravarthy’s unconventional path from earning Rs 600 daily as a junior artiste to becoming a successful Indian cricketer illustrates his perseverance and adaptability.