Imtiaz Ali's 'Main Vaapas Aaunga' premieres with A.R. Rahman, sparks mixed reviews
Director Imtiaz Ali promoted his upcoming Partition‑era drama *Main Vaapas Aaunga* with a live musical salute at the Attari‑Wagah border, featuring composer A.R. Rahman’s first performance there. The event drew Indian spectators and a Pakistani fan who travelled 20 km to see the filmmaker, underscoring the film’s cross‑border cultural resonance.
The film, starring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina, Sharvari and others, portrays love, loss and memory against the backdrop of the 1947 Partition. It follows an elderly grandfather (Shah) grappling with dementia‑filled recollections of a pre‑Partition romance in Sargodha, while his grandson (Dosanjh) confronts modern relationship doubts. Critics note the movie’s emotional depth, strong performances by Shah and Dosanjh, and its restrained, nostalgic score, but point to uneven pacing and a confusing narrative structure. *Main Vaapas Aaunga* is slated for theatrical release on 12 June 2026.