Varun Dhawan takes wife Natasha, daughter Lara to his Madame Tussauds Singapore statue
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Key Takeaways
Varun Dhawan turned a family holiday into an unforgettable milestone, introducing his wife Natasha Dalal and their daughter Lara to his wax figure at Madame Tussauds Singapore. The actor shared photographs from the visit on Instagram, describing the outing as a 'core memory unlocked.'
The Singapore Family Moment
In the carousel of images, Varun and Natasha pose beside the wax statue while Natasha holds baby Lara in her arms. True to his practice of shielding his daughter's identity, Varun kept Lara's face out of frame in the photos. The album also captures a beachside moment with the actor cradling Lara, glimpses of the family's visit to Jurassic Park in Singapore, and a tender close-up of Varun holding his daughter's tiny finger.
Sharing the pictures, Varun wrote: 'Core memory unlocked. Showed my wife and daughter my statue. Thank u Madame Tussaud's Singapore, for the hospitality.'
Celebrity Reactions
Designer Masaba Gupta was among the first to respond, commenting: 'But Lara needs her own statue cos she's our Queen.' The post drew wide attention from fans and fellow industry figures, with many applauding Varun for giving followers a rare, candid glimpse into his family life.
Varun and Natasha: A Love Story Since School
Varun and Natasha are childhood sweethearts who have known each other since their school years. The couple married on 24 January 2021 in an intimate ceremony at The Mansion House resort in Alibaug, near Mumbai, attended by close family and friends. Their daughter Lara was born on 3 June 2024.
Lara's Health Journey
Earlier this year, Varun publicly spoke about a difficult chapter in the family's life. In March, appearing on the podcast 'Be A Man, Yaar,' he revealed that Lara had been diagnosed with Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) — a condition in which the hip joint does not develop correctly, causing one leg to appear longer than the other and making walking difficult.
Varun said: 'When she was 1.5 years old, she was diagnosed with DHH, which is basically the hip slipping out of the socket. One leg becomes longer than the other, which makes walking very difficult. You can't run properly, you can't walk. You'll get arthritis or slip disc early. There are lots of problems.'
He added that Lara avoided surgery and was instead treated through a single procedure to reposition the hip, followed by a spica cast worn for 2.5 months. 'Children adapt,' he said, noting the cast has since been removed. He also mentioned wanting to write a book about the experience. The Singapore trip, by all appearances, marks a joyful chapter after that trying period.
What's Next
Varun, known for films such as 'Student of the Year' and 'Dishoom,' has several projects in the pipeline. For now, the Singapore family vacation — wax statue and all — appears to be exactly the kind of personal milestone the actor wanted to mark and share with his followers.