Veteran actor Anupam Kher and filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma are two well-known names in Indian cinema. Both have built strong careers with their unique styles and bold choices. Anupam Kher is more powerful than Ram Gopal Varma in terms of acting, but RGV is more creative than the former. Anupam Kher collaborated with Ram Gopal Varma in the Hindi film ‘Sarkar,’ released in 2005, where he played an important role. Their mutual respect has always been clear.
Anupam Kher shares a special meeting with Ram Gopal Varma
Recently, Anupam Kher met Ram Gopal Varma in Mumbai and shared his experience on social media. He described it as a memorable and engaging interaction. “We chatted for almost an hour and a half… it felt like time just flew by,” he wrote. He also added that conversations with Varma are “never ordinary—they are layered, unpredictable and always fascinating.” Kher expressed how much he enjoys such discussions, especially with someone deeply connected to cinema.
Ram Gopal Varma praises Anupam Kher during an interaction
During their meeting, Ram Gopal Varma also had kind words for Anupam Kher. The director shared his thoughts in his own unique style, which Kher appreciated. “He said some very wonderful things about me… coming from a filmmaker like him, it truly means a lot,” Anupam Kher wrote. He also mentioned how Varma narrated interesting scripts and ideas during their chat. Kher described him as someone who “breathes films” and has deep knowledge of world cinema, making the interaction even more special.
Anupam Kher and Ram Gopal Varma’s earlier interaction in 2025
This isn’t the first time both have shared a warm moment. In September 2025, Anupam Kher spoke of meeting Ram Gopal Varma and called him one of the “original cool directors.” Though he had a cameo, Anupam Kher has always loved Ram Gopal Varma’s work in ‘Satya’ and ‘Company.’ The two have been in contact often, and one can see a mutual admiration and regard, with hopes for a bigger collaboration sometime soon.
