In a heartening display of industry camaraderie, actor Vijay Varma has showered high praise on his former Gully Boy co-star, Ranveer Singh. Speaking at the recent trailer launch of his upcoming series Matka King, Varma took a moment to celebrate Singh’s latest cinematic triumph, Dhurandhar, which has been shattering box office records and earning critical acclaim across the country.
The two actors, who famously played the inseparable duo of Moeen and Murad in Zoya Akhtar’s 2019 hit Gully Boy, have maintained a deep mutual respect over the years. During the event, Varma didn’t hold back, calling Ranveer “one of the finest co-actors” he has ever worked with and expressing genuine joy for his friend’s success.
The praise came with a side of humor, as Varma addressed a curious coincidence currently trending in film circles. Both actors have now played significant characters named Hamza.
Varma delivered a bone-chilling performance as the manipulative Hamza Shaikh in the 2022 film Darlings. Meanwhile, in the 2025 blockbuster Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh plays a heroic spy—also named Hamza—who risks everything to protect his nation.
Reflecting on this, Varma quipped:
“It’s a funny piece of movie trivia now. But honestly, as Hamza, Ranveer has hit it out of the park. When life throws a Hamza at you, make sure it’s a Dhurandhar Hamza and not a Darlings Hamza!”
Beyond the jokes, Varma became nostalgic when discussing his bond with Ranveer, which was forged on the sets of Gully Boy. He credited that film, and the support of his co-stars, for reviving his career during a difficult period.
“I was down in the dumps when Gully Boy happened to me,” Varma admitted. “It saved me and gave me a career. Working with someone as ‘mighty’ and energetic as Ranveer was an experience that stayed with me. Seeing him dominate the screen today as a hero feels like a full-circle moment for both of us.”
In an industry often seen as hyper-competitive, the bond between Varma and Singh stands out. Fans have been quick to celebrate the “Moeen-Murad” reunion on social media, with many calling for the two powerhouse performers to share the screen once again.
While Ranveer continues his dream run at the box office with Dhurandhar, Vijay Varma is preparing to headline Matka King, a 1960s period drama where he plays a cotton trader who builds a gambling empire. Despite their different paths, it is clear that the mutual admiration between the two remains as strong as ever. To know latest updates tuned tellyboosters.com Thank you!
