As the release of Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ draws closer, excitement surrounding the film continues to grow. Featuring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari, and Vedang Raina in pivotal roles, recently held a special screening attended by film industry members and select guests. Among those who watched the film ahead of its theatrical release was Aaliyah Kashyap, daughter of filmmaker Anurag Kashyap, who later took to social media to share her thoughts.
Aaliyah Kashyap gives the film a perfect score
Aaliyah was all praise for ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’, describing it as both emotionally moving and socially relevant. Sharing her review on Instagram Stories, she revealed that this was her second viewing of the film and admitted that she appreciated it even more the second time around.“Main Vaapas Aaunga in theatres this Friday! A beautiful and hard-hitting story with powerful performances and amazing music. A story very important and relevant today. This was my second watch and I loved it even more this time!! 10/10.” Her glowing review adds to the growing anticipation around the film, which has already generated strong word-of-mouth ahead of release.
Ekta Kapoor calls it a timeless love story
A few days earlier, producer Ekta Kapoor had also shared her admiration for the film. Speaking about the project, she described it as a moving love story set against the backdrop of India’s Partition.“All I want to say is: you have no idea what’s coming next! This movie is called Main Vaapas Aaunga, a love story set against the backdrop of the Partition. A film that beautifully shows how generations may think differently, live differently, and love differently… yet somehow it all leads back to the same thing: you have to fall in love! It’s emotional, timeless, and stays with you long after it ends.”According to Ekta, the film evokes a sense of nostalgia and reminds viewers of unfinished conversations, unfulfilled promises, and relationships that continue to linger in memory long after they end.
Vedang Raina and Sharvari’s film explores love amid turbulent times
Directed by Imtiaz Ali, ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ unfolds against the backdrop of the Partition of India, one of the most significant migrations in the history of the subcontinent. The narrative explores themes of love, separation, longing, and human connection during a period marked by immense upheaval.While Diljit Dosanjh and Naseeruddin Shah anchor the film alongside Sharvari and Vedang Raina, the story is expected to blend personal emotions with historical events, a style often associated with Imtiaz Ali’s storytelling.
Music by A.R. Rahman adds to the buzz
The film’s soundtrack has been composed by A.R. Rahman, with lyrics penned by Irshad Kamil. Produced by Birla Studios, Applause Entertainment, and Window Seat Films, ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ is set to arrive in cinemas on June 12, 2026, carrying with it strong expectations from audiences and critics alike.