Despite his busy schedule, Varun Dhawan’s heart remains firmly rooted at home. The actor recently took to Instagram to express his feelings of homesickness, sharing a series of adorable photos featuring his daughter Lara and their beloved dog Joey. The post quickly captured fans’ attention, offering a rare and tender look into his life as a father.
A Peek Into Varun’s Personal Life
In the photos, Varun is seen enjoying precious moments with his little one and furry companion. One standout image shows him lying shirtless on the carpet, wearing black-and-white shorts. Joey rests comfortably between his hands, while baby Lara, dressed in a pink outfit, sits on colorful play mats nearby. Her face is thoughtfully covered with a heart emoji to protect her privacy.
Another picture shows Varun holding Joey in his arms as they step out into the rain. In a different frame, he joyfully plays with the dog, clearly cherishing every second they spend together.
“My Raja Babu” – A Father’s Sentiments
Varun captioned the post, “My raja babu #joey #missmybabies.” While the post was dedicated to Joey, it was the image of Varun with both Lara and Joey that truly melted hearts. Fans flooded the comments section with love and admiration. Many called the trio “cuties,” while others playfully noted, “Lara getting jealous” and “Lara and Joey with their daddy no 1.”
Fatherhood had Changed him
Varun, who married longtime girlfriend Natasha Dalal in 2021, welcomed daughter Lara in June 2024. However, he kept her identity private until October 2024, when he spoke about her during an episode of Kaun Banega Crorepati with Amitabh Bachchan.
In a recent interview, Varun opened up about how fatherhood has transformed him. “Being a father, especially to a daughter, is a transformative experience,” he shared. “It changes your perspective. When I became a father, I recalled my mother’s teachings and realised how I could ever be rude to her after seeing how my wife, Natasha, cares for our daughter. It’s been a wonderful journey.”
While Varun’s personal life is full of warmth, his professional journey continues to evolve. He recently made cameo appearances in Stree 2 and Munjya, reprising his popular role as Bhediya. Although his film Baby John didn’t perform well at the box office, he’s not slowing down.
Varun will star in Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari and Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, both hitting theatres this year. He is also preparing for Border 2, which will release in 2026.
Through his heartfelt post, Varun Dhawan reminded fans that behind the glitz and glamour, he’s a devoted father and dog dad. His candid moments with Lara and Joey not only won hearts but also highlighted the softer, more personal side of the Bollywood star.
