At the risk of sounding cliché, Singaporean beatboxer Dharni Ng and Polish content creator Weronika Heck are meant to be together. It is easy to see why they are a perfect match through their interactions on the set of this cover shoot. They complement each other effortlessly, completing each other’s sentences and exchanging knowing glances. Dharni is always making sure Weronika feels comfortable, making light‐hearted jokes to keep the atmosphere relaxed, while Weronika looks out for him, making sure everything goes smoothly behind the scenes.
But their first encounter in 2017 was certainly not as smooth. Dharni, who was living in Warsaw, Poland, at the time, had gone viral for his beatboxing skills and was invited as a guest on a Polish television show to showcase his talent. Weronika, a popular Polish Youtuber and gamer, was one of the hosts.
Backstage, Dharni greeted her, only to be met with silence. “She kind of ignored me, so I didn’t think much of our first meeting,” he recalls with a laugh. “It wasn’t love at first sight or anything—just a polite interaction.”
As it turned out, Weronika had her own reasons for the cool reception—she was preoccupied with the pressure of speaking English on air, worried about how her accent might be perceived. “I actually didn’t know he was coming,” she explains.
“I thought the guest would be Polish, so I was surprised to see an English‐speaking guest. I got really stressed because at the time, people in Poland were very critical of accents. If you didn’t have an American or a British accent, people would judge you.”
She pauses, then adds: “When I first saw him, I was more anxious about speaking English than anything else. But once I found out he spoke Polish, it became fun.”
As fate would have it, their paths crossed again thanks to mutual friends and shared interests. Casual hangouts gradually blossomed into something more. What started as Netflix marathons and brainstorming sessions about Youtube content slowly evolved into a relationship based on balance—Dharni’s extroverted, larger‐than‐life energy perfectly complementing Weronika’s quieter, more introverted nature.
“I thought she was reserved and unfriendly at first because she was so shy,” Dharni admits. “But I quickly learnt how kind and selfless she is. She always wants to help others, even if it’s not her responsibility.” For Weronika, Dharni’s humour is a key attraction. “I’ve always liked funny guys,” she says, laughing as she recalls how their connection deepened over time. What surprised her the most was how effortlessly everything fell into place. “I never imagined I’d end up with an Asian guy,” she confesses, “but here we are, eight years later.”
From vlogging partners to life partners, Dharni and Weronika’s journey is a testament to how love often arrives when you least expect it—and sometimes in the most unconventional way. Now, the social media powerhouse couple with more than 8 million followers across Instagram and Tiktok between them (at the time of writing) share regular content with their audience.
Here, they open up to GRAZIA Singapore about their story, their connection and the insights they have gained along the way.
What was the first thing you bonded over?
Dharni Ng (DN): The first thing we bonded over was a game—Counter‐Strike. She’s a gamer and I hadn’t played it in a long time, but I was really addicted to it before. When she introduced me to it again, my addiction came back. I started playing a lot and then she stopped, leaving me to play non‐stop. [It’s cool that] we had that common interest.
Have you ever inspired each other to step out of your comfort zones creatively?
DN: Oh, I don’t know … but she made me realise how to turn weaknesses into strengths. If you really want something to happen, there are always ways to make it work. You can compensate for weaknesses and turn them into strengths—there are always solutions. I’ve learnt that there are endless possibilities; there’s never just one way to solve a problem.
Weronika Heck (WH): I had dreams, such as singing, but I never really believed in myself. I was always very shy about it. Singing was a very sensitive topic for me. When I was a kid, I used to sing, but there was this girl who was very competitive and said bad things about me. I withdrew and didn’t sing for years. It took me six years to finally sing in front of Dharni. I was so shy; I wouldn’t let him hear me. But Dharni made me believe that I could do something I didn’t think I was capable of.
How do you support each other’s artistic and professional endeavours?
DN: Weronika has always wanted to explore music, even though she doesn’t have a musical background. Since I’m deeply involved in music, I try to help her find ways to get involved. We’ve found common ground by learning new skills together, like DJing. We create content, and support each other’s strengths and weaknesses. She has been improving her music knowledge and I’ve been refining my beatboxing. It has been an empowering journey for both of us. She has become more confident and open, and I’ve learnt to be more patient and understanding.
WH: I always try to give him the space he needs for practice because he has to practise a lot. At first, [everything was new to me and it was difficult] for me to understand his dedication, but I learnt to be supportive. He often asks for my opinion on his work and even though I’m not a professional, I provide honest feedback as an audience member. I help ground him while he focuses on his artistic pursuits. He’s the dreamer and I’m the one who keeps things stable.
Do you ever disagree creatively? How do you resolve those differences?
DN: We disagree creatively all the time. But we resolve our differences through conversation. Sometimes, it’s about who speaks louder—just kidding (laughs). There’s this saying: “Happy wife, happy life”. So I usually listen to her. But when I have a strong vision, she accommodates it. If things don’t turn out as I envisioned, I can get cranky, but we always find a way to make it work. Sometimes, she adds ideas that enhance mine, and I need to stay flexible. In the end, it’s about trial and error, learning from mistakes and finding the best direction together.
WH: Indeed, he’s more of a risk‐taker while I’m more stable and cautious. This sometimes leads to creative disagreements, but it also makes our collaboration stronger. Our different approaches balance each other out. Since we started creating content together, our mix of perspectives makes it more relatable and authentic. I don’t see myself as an artiste—I’m just having fun—but I think our dynamic makes our work unique and enjoyable for others.
What does success mean to you now, compared to when you first started your respective careers?
DN: Success for me has always been about fulfilling a vision. The goal remains the same, but the process evolves. For example, I never expected that we’d be DJing together, but it makes so much sense now. I grew up around DJs, but never felt the need to learn DJing until now. The journey towards success requires constant pivoting. Ultimately, success is reaching a stage where I can perform in front of huge audiences, like 80,000 or 100,000 people. That has always been my goal, and the process of achieving it is what makes it fulfilling.
WH: For me, success is being able to fulfil my dreams and needs. People often think success is about numbers and views, but at the end of the day, it’s about whether you’re happy with your life. The biggest success for me is being able to do what I love without constantly worrying about money or life. It may sound obvious, but it’s true. I started my social media journey not to become popular but to share my passions. Now, I feel successful because my work is enjoyable and fulfilling, even with its challenges.
Share with us something quirky or unexpected about each other that most people wouldn’t know.
DN: Her sense of direction is really bad—one of the worst. She’ll also confidently say we’ve been somewhere before when we haven’t. She often mixes up locations and I always have to guide her.
WH: People might not know that Dharni loves cute things. We send each other links to videos of dogs and cats all the time. He also loves plush toys—we have a lot of them at home. He’s a cute, funny guy, which is something people might not expect because he presents a different persona in public.
What advice would you give to couples navigating cross‐cultural relationships?
DN: Every relationship is different, so I can’t give any one‐size‐fits‐all advice. But I think it’s important to find someone who complements your character—not in a way that enhances your weaknesses but balances them. Where you’re weak, the other person can be strong, and that creates harmony.
WH: The key is blending in with the culture. When Dharni moved to Poland, he blended in well—he wasn’t seen as an outsider. Everyone treated him like he belonged. Even if you come from different cultures, it’s about understanding each other’s needs. Culture matters, but at the end of the day, we’re all individuals with similar core needs.
PHOTOGRAPHY STEFAN KHOO
STYLING KELLY HSU
INTERVIEW ON-SET DANISHA LIANG
HAIR AND MAKEUP (FOR WERONIKA HECK) KAT ZHANG/THE SUBURBS STUDIO, USING CHANEL BEAUTY
GROOMING (FOR DHARNI NG) NICOLE ANG/THE SUBURBS STUDIO, USING CHANEL BEAUTY
VIDEOGRAPHY JAYA KHIDIR, NOWO KASTURI
PHOTOGRAPHY ASSISTANT CHONG NG
FASHION ASSISTANT RAKIN RAMAN
HAIR AND MAKEUP ASSISTANT SVETA KLYN/THE SUBURBS STUDIO
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