One of the most prominent comedian actors of the Telugu film industry, Sunil Varma began his acting career in 2000. After appearing in several uncredited roles, Sunil shot to fame for his performance in the movie Nuvvu Nenu (2001), winning the Nandi Award for Best Male Comedian. He has since then has been seen in several award-winning performances in movies such as Pedababu (2004), Anhrudu (2005), Maryada Ramanna (2010), and Tadakha (2013). In 2017, he appeared in the movie Ungarala Rambabu and Two Countries. His other releases include Silly Fellows, Seethakaathi, Operation 2019, Jai Sena and Telangana Devudu.