Vijay Varma calls Gulzar’s praise for his film Gustaakh Ishq 'surreal': "Life feels good"

Vijay Varma is enjoying one of the most fulfilling phases of his career, and his latest social media post reflects just how special this moment is for him. After winning hearts with his romantic turn in Gustaakh Ishq and sharing memorable anecdotes about working with Naseeruddin Shah, the actor recently revealed a deeply personal milestone, receiving autographs and words of encouragement from the iconic Gulzar Saab.

In an emotional Instagram post, Vijay wrote, “I received these beautiful autographs and words of encouragement from Gulzar Saab and I don't know how to accept it. It's surreal.. took me days to even share it with anyone let alone on social media. Life feels good.. Zindagi Gulzar hai. Gustaakh Ishq dekhiye nazdiki cinema ghar mein.”

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His words capture the gravity of the moment, showing that this acknowledgment from one of Indian cinema’s most revered literary and cinematic voices is more than just a compliment — it is a blessing and a career-defining memory.

This comes at a time when Vijay Varma is experiencing a notable shift, stepping into a softer, more romantic screen persona with Gustaakh Ishq. Fans have been enthusiastically celebrating his lover-boy turn, praising the freshness and charm he brings to the genre, and now Gulzar Saab’s recognition of his craft further emphasizes the significance of the artistic journey he’s embarking on. Vijay leaves no doubt about how special this chapter is. And with Gustaakh Ishq now playing in theatres, the excitement around watching him embrace this heartfelt, romantic side on screen has only grown stronger.

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Alongside celebrating this milestone, Vijay Varma is also keeping busy with upcoming projects that promise to showcase his versatility. He has several intriguing films lined up following Gustaakh Ishq, including roles that push him into new genres and cinematic experiments, further cementing his reputation as one of contemporary Hindi cinema’s most compelling talents. Vijay Varma's latest project is the film Gustaakh Ishq, which was released in theaters on November 28, 2025.