Darlings turns 3: Vijay Varma and Alia Bhatt's powerful performance still unmatched as film hits 3-year milestone

Over the years, Vijay has demonstrated his versatility across various genres and mediums.

Netflix's Darlings, which wooed the viewers after its release on August 3, 2022, marks the completion of 3 years since its release.

Playing an abusive, manipulative husband, Vijay avoided parody, instead delivering a disturbingly realistic performance.

He made viewers uneasy yet unable to turn away, capturing the hidden horrors of domestic abuse. Despite being a female-led film, his villain left a lasting impact Hamza remains a character people remember, analyze, and debate.

Darlings, directed by Jasmeet K. Reen, featured Vijay Varma, Alia Bhatt, Shefali Shah, and Roshan Mathew in prominent roles. The story revolves around Hamza and Badru's love marriage, which spirals into darkness as Hamza becomes an abusive, alcoholic husband. When his violent behavior results in a devastating incident, Badru decides to take matters into her own hands and plot her revenge.

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Over the years, Vijay has demonstrated his versatility across various genres and mediums.

From the role of Bharat Tyagi in Mirzapur, to the role of an intense captain in IC814, the mysterious character in Murder Mubarak, or the streetwise Moeen in Gully Boy, he has effortlessly embodied every role with dedication. With every performance, he has defied expectations, constantly reinventing himself and keeping audiences captivated.

Next up, Vijay is ready to captivate audiences once again with Gustaakh Ishq, the highly anticipated Matka King, along with intense collaboration with Hansal Mehta. If Hamza marked a turning point in his career, his upcoming projects signal a bold evolution.