| Real Name | Varalaxmi Sarathkumar |
| Nickname | Varu |
| Gender | Female |
| Profession | Actress |
| Height | 5.6 ft |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Date of Birth | 05 March 1985 |
| Age | 41 Years |
| Date of Death | |
| Birth Place | Chennai, Tamilnadu |
| Hometown | Chennai, Tamilnadu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| School / College | St. Michael's Academy, Chennai Hindustan College of Arts and Science, Chennai B.sc |
| Parents | Father - R. Sarathkumar Mother - Chaya Sarathkumar, Step Mother - Raadhika Sarathkumar |
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
| Hobbies | Dancing |
| Net Worth | 7-10 Crore |
She is popularly nicknamed “Varu” by her fans and within the film industry.
Varalaxmi holds a Master’s degree in Business Management from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, before entering films.
She initially trained in acting at Anupam Kher’s Actor Prepares school in Mumbai.
Her debut film Podaa Podi (2012) earned her critical acclaim, even though the movie itself had mixed reviews.
She has worked across four major South Indian film industries — Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam — making her one of the few actresses with such wide reach.
In Malayalam cinema, her role in Kasaba (2016) opposite Mammootty was particularly noted for its boldness.
Varalaxmi is known for her outspoken personality and often voices her opinions on social issues through social media.
She married art curator Nicholai Sachdev in 2024, marking a new chapter in her personal life.
Apart from acting, she has also been active in fashion and brand collaborations, maintaining a strong presence on Instagram.