Varrun Sukhraj

Varrun Sukhraj (16 June 1988) is an Indian writer and director. He is also known for his sensitive filmmaking style that raises awareness of critical societal issues through his films and storytelling.

Early life and career Varrun was born in a business family, and grew up in Khed, Ratnagiri, he later moved to Pune city for his higher studies. In 2016, he founded his own production house in Mumbai and directed his first TV series, Naammatra which was focused on farmer suicides in Maharashtra.

In 2022, His documentary Film Too Much Democracy was released, based on 2020–2021 Indian farmers' protest. The protest saw farmers marching towards Delhi to oppose the new farm bills introduced by the Government of India.

In 2024, He collaborated with stand-up comedians Kunal Kamra and Shyam Rangeela on the film titled Jamoora (Jester), which was released in India in October 2024.

Filmography