Bollywood actress Fatima Sana Shaikh recently found herself in the middle of dating rumors with actor Vijay Varma. The gossip started when a video surfaced online showing the two exiting a Mumbai restaurant.
The brief clip had them laughing and exchanging a warm hug before going their separate ways in different cars. A single kind gesture was all it took to create a buzz on social media and Bollywood tittle-tattle circles.
Fans and tabloids at once started speculating, “Are they dating?” “Is Vijay dumping Tamannaah?” “Is Fatima dropping a hint?”
But it seems like we all jumped to conclusions a bit too quickly.
Fatima Clears the Air at a Film Launch
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On June 26, at the trailer launch event for her Netflix film Aap Jaisa Koi, Fatima addressed the rumors directly. When a reporter casually asked her about her love life, she laughed and replied:
“There is no one in my life. There are no good guys out there. They exist only in movies.”
With this witty, honest reply, Fatima put a full stop to all the speculation, without any drama or denial games. It was the kind of answer that instantly went viral. Many fans appreciated how openly she spoke without sugarcoating things.
What She Said About Love and Relationships
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Fatima didn’t just stop at denying the rumors. She also shared some mature thoughts about relationships and love:
“Love should be equal. Both people should respect each other and listen to one another. Only then is it a healthy relationship.”
She added that it’s important for both partners to put in effort and be honest with each other. She hinted that she hasn’t come across someone like that in real life, at least not yet.
Her views felt real and relatable, especially in a time when so many Bollywood relationships are filled with drama, PR stunts, and break-up headlines.
Why Fans Thought Vijay and Fatima Were Dating
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This wasn’t the first time Fatima and Vijay Varma have been spotted together. Earlier this year, they were seen at the special screening of Umrao Jaan, where they even posed for pictures together. Fatima later posted those pictures on Instagram, which only added to the buzz.
Plus, the two are working together on a film called Gustaakh Ishq (previously titled Ul Jalool Ishq), which recently wrapped up shooting. So it’s not surprising that they’ve been spending time together off-screen as well.
But now, with Fatima’s bold statement, it seems clear that whatever chemistry fans thought they saw is just professional and friendly.
A Possible Hint From Tamannaah?
Adding a twist to the story, fans noticed that Tamannaah Bhatia, who was reportedly dating Vijay Varma, posted a cryptic Instagram story around the same time the hug video of Fatima and Vijay went viral. Her post said something about “trust” and “knowing your worth.”
While she didn’t mention anyone by name, many people assumed it was directed towards Vijay. However, nothing has been confirmed by any of the three actors involved.
Fatima’s Focus Is Her Career
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If there’s one thing that’s clear, it’s this: Fatima is all about her work right now. She has a busy year ahead with three big projects:
- Aap Jaisa Koi—A romantic Netflix film with R. Madhavan, releasing July 11.
- Metro… In Dino—A slice-of-life film directed by Anurag Basu, coming to theaters on July 4.
- Gustaakh Ishq—A romantic drama co-starring Vijay Varma.
While love may not be on her plate right now, career success surely is. Fatima is choosing growth over gossip.
So, what’s really going on?
To sum it up:
- Are Fatima and Vijay dating? No, she says she’s single.