Vijay Varma Embraces Objectification: "To be Called Hot is Heartening!"

On November 10, 2025, Bollywood stars Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Sharib Hashmi, producers Manish Malhotra and Dinesh Malhotra, director Vibhu Puri, and music composer-cum-filmmaker Vishal Bhardwaj gathered to launch their upcoming film 'Gustaakh Ishq' at a Mumbai multiplex. The film is described as a simple and sweet love story with a dash of poetry.

During the event, Vijay Varma revealed that he was recently complimented by Manish Malhotra and veteran actress Shabana Azmi, who called him "hot". Vijay expressed his delight, saying, "To be objectified for the first time was heartening." He added that he is used to praise for his acting, but this was the first time he received such a compliment about his appearance.

Vijay also joked about his first love being the fruit cake from Karachi Bakery in Hyderabad, which he adored as a child. He even considered marrying the bakery owner's daughter just to have access to the cakes every day.

The discussion then turned to the changing definitions of love in modern times. Vijay remarked that now, if a partner is silent, they are accused of "ghosting". He lamented that instead of understanding and accepting differences, people tend to immediately label situations as "toxic". Vijay nostalgically recalled the joy in the anticipation and silences of past relationships, which he feels is missing today.

'Gustaakh Ishq' is set to release in cinemas on November 28, 2025.