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Vijay Vikran Singh is best known as the narrator of Bigg Boss and has proved his acting talent in projects like Chhaava, The Family Man, Homebound and the recently released IKKA. In an exclusive conversation, the actor spoke about sharing screen space with Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna and also opened up about his role. He also stated that he believes an actor’s impact is measured not by screen time, but by sincerity.

In IKKA, Vijay essays the role of a Judge—a character that, despite its limited screen time, leaves a lasting impression.

“Playing the Judge in IKKA was a deeply satisfying experience. It is one of those characters whose impact depends entirely on conviction. That, for me, is always exciting,” he says.

The actor also recalls a memorable moment with filmmaker Siddharth P. Malhotra, who cast him without a formal audition. “I remember thanking Siddharth sir for casting me without an audition, only for him to smile and say, ‘That meeting in my office was your audition.’ That moment has stayed with me.”

For Vijay, IKKA reaffirmed an important lesson about acting. He said, “As actors, we often chase bigger parts. IKKA reminded me that what truly matters is making every moment count. If people remember the Judge after the end credits roll, I’ve done my job.”

Sharing screen space with veterans like Sunny Deol and Akshaye Khanna was equally rewarding. Rather than viewing it as pressure, Vijay saw it as an opportunity to raise his own standards. “Sharing the screen with actors of that calibre is exciting, but it also pushes you to arrive completely prepared because the camera captures honesty, and experienced actors demand that honesty from everyone around them,” he shared.

Calling the experience a masterclass, he adds, “Acting is not a competition. It is collaboration. Sunny sir has an incredible presence that fills the frame, while Akshaye Khanna brings extraordinary precision and detail to every moment. Just watching them work was a learning experience.”

The actor also shares a light-hearted anecdote from his first meeting with Sunny Deol. He revealed, “Like millions of Indians, I’d grown up watching him on screen, so I was genuinely excited. Maybe a little too excited. I ended up telling him, ‘Sir, you’re the one who’s famous for tareekh pe tareekh… and in this film, I’m the one who’s going to be giving you tareekh.’ We both laughed. Looking back, I think I was just an overexcited fan meeting someone he had admired for years.”

Looking ahead, Vijay says he remains focused on choosing meaningful work rather than simply staying busy.

“The endeavour has always been to keep doing work that excites me. I’m fortunate that acting, voice work, hosting and communication coaching all complement one another. Each discipline makes me better at the others.”

While he has several projects lined up that will be announced soon, he is equally passionate about expanding his communication and storytelling workshops for entrepreneurs, corporate leaders and educational institutions.

Reflecting on his career, Vijay says the journey has been gradual but immensely fulfilling.

“I don’t come from a film family, nor did I arrive overnight. Every opportunity has been earned through consistency and preparation. Whether it’s being the narrator’s voice on Bigg Boss, acting in films and web series, or coaching actors and business leaders, I’ve always believed that your work should speak before you do.”

He adds that he has never measured success by the number of projects. “I’ve never been in a hurry to accumulate credits. I’ve been more interested in accumulating experiences that make me a better performer and, hopefully, a better human being.”

For Vijay Vikram Singh , every project has contributed to his evolution as an artist. “When I look back, I don’t just see projects. I see lessons. Every film, every director, every co-actor and every stage I’ve stood on has added something to me. If IKKA has reinforced one belief, it is this: there is no substitute for sincerity. Audiences may forget the length of your role, but they rarely forget the truth of your performance.”