Check out: Varun Dhawan during his college days

Away from home, Varun seemed just like any other college student, ready to party at the drop of a hat. The young actor is seen here enjoying some 'quality' time with friends.

In this image, we can't help but wonder whether Varun was trying to pull off a Ranbir Kapoor from Saawariya?

Back in Mumbai a lot leaner and obviously smarter looking Varun seems to be admiring a film poster of Hello (2008). We guess this was about the time he decided that it was films where his loyalties finally lay.

A much better and albeit pumped up Varun at yet another 'social gathering' this time with cropped locks.

Though now post SOTY, Varun has emerged as quite the heartthrob, a few years ago the young actor had a very different look with his longish hair.