Vijay Varma Breaks From Villain Roles With Romantic Lead in Gustaakh Ishq, Out Friday
Varma positions the Old Delhi romance as a reset from his antagonist image.
Overview
- The film opens in theaters on November 28 after a Gala Premiere at the 56th International Film Festival of India on November 24.
- Varma shared behind-the-scenes photos including a sketch he drew of co-star Naseeruddin Shah, underscoring his long-held admiration for the veteran actor.
- He says he pursued the project to move away from parts that drew ‘hate’ from audiences and to explore a gentler romantic persona.
- Describing the role’s toughest task, Varma pointed to delivering poetic dialogue convincingly opposite Shah.
- Directed by Vibhu Puri and produced by Manish Malhotra’s Stage5 banner, the romantic drama also features Fatima Sana Sheikh and is set against Old Delhi and Punjabi backdrops, with Varma eyeing comedy next.