Bollywood star Varun Dhawan has made a clear and conscious decision regarding his daughter's digital footprint. The actor, who welcomed his first child, Lara, with wife Natasha Dalal in June 2024, has stated that he will not be the one to reveal her face on social media platforms.
"The Decision Rests With Her": Varun's Stance on Privacy
During a recent 'Ask Me Anything' (AMA) session on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) on January 6, 2026, a fan directly questioned the actor about introducing his daughter to the world online. Varun's response was unequivocal. He wrote, "I would rather leave that decision with her. Social media should be her choice, not something I want to decide for her."
This philosophy aligns with his past actions. While he announced his baby girl's name on the popular quiz show Kaun Banega Crorepati and shared a Diwali post featuring her, he has consistently kept her face hidden from the public eye. The Diwali picture, which showed father and daughter praying together, was later deleted, maintaining the privacy he seeks for Lara.
Beyond Fatherhood: Varun Dhawan on Upcoming Film 'Border 2'
The interactive session wasn't just about parenting. Varun also engaged with fans about his professional projects, most notably the highly anticipated film Border 2. When asked about his preparation to play a real-life war hero, the actor revealed the intense physical dedication involved.
"I prepared a lot. I, in fact, injured my tailbone while shooting the Battle of Basantar. I shot 40 days in Babina for that with real soldiers," he shared, highlighting the gruelling nature of the shoot. The film, directed by Anurag Singh and also starring Sunny Deol, Diljit Dosanjh, and Ahan Shetty, is scheduled for a theatrical release on January 23.
Addressing His Last Release and Looking Ahead
Varun didn't shy away from addressing queries about his last cinematic outing, Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari (SSKTK). Responding to a fan who called the film "pathetic," the actor displayed a mix of humility and forward-looking optimism. He replied, "Chalo film phir bhi chal gaye thodi. App theatre jata rehna mein... Border 2 might surprise u since ur taste is amazing."
This blend of personal conviction and professional candour offers a glimpse into Varun Dhawan's current life phase—balancing the protective instincts of a new father with the demands of a major Bollywood career. By choosing to let Lara decide her own relationship with social media, he sets a modern precedent for celebrity parenting in the digital age.
