Varun on how Anushka helped Virat face his toughest moment

Varun Dhawan had once opened up about his admiration for Anushka Sharma, his Sui Dhaaga co-star. He expressed regret for not starting his career earlier, as it might have given him more opportunities to collaborate with her. Varun described Anushka as an evolved and inspiring person whose presence leaves a lasting impact on those around her. Since then, Anushka has taken a step back from acting, focusing on raising her two children with her husband, cricket star Virat Kohli.Anushka’s Support During Virat Kohli’s Toughest MomentOn Ranveer Allahbadia’s podcast, Varun shared a touching story about Virat, highlighting his dedication and emotional depth. Recalling a conversation with Anushka, Varun revealed how Virat coped with a tough loss during the Nottingham Test match. Despite being the top scorer, Virat blamed himself for the defeat and was so overwhelmed that he cried alone in his room. Varun emphasized that Anushka’s deep understanding of Virat’s mindset offered valuable insight into the cricketer’s true personality.

The Student of the Year actor shared that during the Nottingham Test when India lost, Anushka hadn’t attended the match. When she returned home, she couldn’t find Virat and eventually discovered him alone in his room, deeply emotional and crying. Despite being the highest scorer that day, Virat blamed himself for the defeat.

Anushka’s Genuine Nature and Spiritual DepthReflecting on Anushka’s character, Varun described her as fiercely genuine and spiritually aware. He explained that her authenticity can make people uncomfortable because she speaks honestly and encourages others to be themselves. He also highlighted her strong intolerance for injustice and recalled spending hours deep in conversation with her while filming in a village for Sui Dhaaga. Varun admired how she remains unaffected by fame, caring little about public recognition, which he said makes her truly unique.Meanwhile, Anushka’s much-anticipated comeback film, Chakda 'Xpress—a sports drama originally set to release on Netflix—has been delayed indefinitely.