Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 14/07/1998 |
| Age | 27 years |
| Birthplace | Kozhikode, Calicut, Kerala |
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name | Gopikrishnan K. Varma |
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| Nickname | Kannan |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 4" (162 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
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| Degrees | Three Diplomas in Computer Education |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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| Medical Condition | Down Syndrome with ADHD |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Kishore Aniyan (an LIC employee) |
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| Mother | Ranjini Varma (a music therapist with disabled children) |
| Siblings | Sister - Malavika Varma |
Career
| Debut | Gopi Krishnan Varma made his acting debut in the Malayalam film 'Thirike' in 2021, where he played the role of Ismu. His impressive portrayal marked him as the first lead actor with Down syndrome in Indian cinema. |
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| Awards | He has been recognized with a certificate from the India Book of Records for his groundbreaking achievement in the film industry. |
| Other Works | Featured in the Hindi film 'Sitaare Zameen Par' in 2025 as Guddu, one of the intellectually challenged basketball trainees under a coach played by Aamir Khan. |
Favourites
| Favorite Actor | Dileep |
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| Free Time Activities | Gopi enjoys traveling to distant places and creating Dubsmash and TikTok videos with his mother. |
Style Quotient
| Dance | He has a passion for dancing, inspired by the music and actions of film actors. He practices dancing to film music and has attended acting workshops. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/gopikrishnanvarma/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/gopikrishan.k.varma/ | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@gopikrishnanvarma2663/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Gopi's mother began working as a music therapist after his diagnosis with Down syndrome, dedicating her life to support him. | |
| 2. Ranjini faced health challenges during pregnancy, and Gopi was born with an extra chromosome. | |
| 3. Initially, Ranjini struggled with Gopi's condition but dedicated herself to providing him with care and confidence. | |
| 4. Gopi attended both special and mainstream schools, enhancing his social experiences. | |
| 5. His mother motivated him by uploading his dance videos on TikTok, leading to unexpected popularity. | |
| 6. In 2020, he joined a vocational program at Nayanar Sadanam, where he honed his skills under a mentor. | |
| 7. He achieved his dream of acting when directors recognized his talent through a recommendation from his doctor. | |
| 8. Gopi is capable of reading, writing, and communicating in both English and Malayalam, despite having ADHD. | |
| 9. In 2020, he joined a vocational program at Nayanar Sadanam under the guidance of Dr Jayaraj, where he honed his skills. | |
| 10. He has severe respiratory issues and hyperactivity, conditions he has managed throughout his life. | |
| 11. Dr Shaji Thomas John played a crucial role in guiding Gopi's treatment and development. |