Known for his remarkable ability to transform into complex, layered characters, Vijay Varma delivered one of the most chilling yet memorable performances of his career with Darlings. As Hamza, he portrayed
an alcoholic, abusive husband whose sinister charm masked deep insecurities and volatile behaviour. Three years on, the movie still remains one of the most important in Vijay Varma’s filmography, and today the actor decided to celebrate this milestone.
Marking the film’s third anniversary, Vijay took to social media to share a carousel of unseen behind-the-scenes images, along with a playful yet heartfelt caption: “3 years of 🐸 and 🦂 Big love to the team and to the fans of the movie. Darlings, I loves you all🫶.”
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The frog and scorpion emojis subtly reference the classic fable echoed in the film’s subtext, hinting at the inherent nature of one’s character, no matter the circumstances. Through a blend of satire and emojis, the actor paid tribute to a film that remains one of the most significant turning points in his filmography.
“I was quite shocked and shaken by the script. At the same time, it intrigued me a lot. It walks a fine line between darkness and humour. I wanted to get more of an idea of what the director was thinking. So, we got on a call and I understood where she was coming from. The perspective she was trying to bring in made it so much more interesting for me,” Vijay Varma had earlier shared while talking about the film.
Darlings (2022) is an Indian Hindi-language black comedy that premiered on Netflix on August 5, 2022, directed by Jasmeet K. Reen and co-written with Parveez Sheikh. This movie marked Alia Bhatt’s debut as a producer alongside Shah Rukh Khan’s Red Chillies production.
As audiences continue to rediscover Darlings and appreciate its layered storytelling, Vijay Varma moves forward with an exciting slate of work. He will next be seen in Matka King, Gustaakh Ishq, and is also uniting with filmmakers known for pushing creative boundaries. With his unique choices and unmatched screen presence, Vijay continues to be a force to watch in Indian cinema.
