The trailer for Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga dropped on May 19, 2026, and it brings a deep story of love and separation from the 1947 Partition. The three-minute-nine-second video shows Naseeruddin Shah as an old man on his deathbed, still waiting to see the woman he loved 78 years ago.
Sharvari plays the younger version of that lost love, while Vedang Raina acts as the younger Naseeruddin Shah. Diljit Dosanjh appears as the grandson who tries to piece together his grandfather’s unfinished story and fulfill his dying wish.
A Love Story Across Two Time Periods
The movie moves between 1947 and present day. During Partition, Vedang Raina’s character had to flee to India, leaving Sharvari’s character behind. He promised to return, but that promise stayed unfulfilled for a lifetime.
Now, 78 years later, Naseeruddin Shah’s character lies sick and shares his memories with his grandson, played by Diljit Dosanjh. The grandson then tries to complete what his grandfather could not.
“Main Vaapas Aaunga is a personal story of love and longing which remained in someone’s heart for 78 years after the partition of the country. It is also an echo of hundreds of stories that I heard from the veteran generation that has seen partition with their own eyes.” – Imtiaz Ali, Director
The Dream Team Returns for Main Vaapas Aaunga
The film brings back the famous trio of Imtiaz Ali, A.R. Rahman, and Irshad Kamil. They previously worked together on hit movies like Rockstar, Tamasha, and Amar Singh Chamkila. Fans are already excited about the music.
This is also Imtiaz Ali and Diljit Dosanjh’s second project after the 2024 critically praised film Amar Singh Chamkila.
Diljit Misses Trailer Launch, Sends Video Message from Texas
Diljit Dosanjh did not attend the trailer launch event in Mumbai on May 19. But he sent a video message from Texas, where he was performing for a sold-out show.
In the video, Diljit explained his absence and promised to return soon. He said, “I am in Texas, so I could not come. Tonight’s show in Texas is sold out. Jaldi main bhi vaapas aaunga (I will also come back soon).” He also joked, “Enjoy the trailer. If you like it, share it. If you don’t, still share it! After all, it’s Imtiaz Ali’s film.”
The launch event in Mumbai was attended by Sharvari, Vedang Raina, Naseeruddin Shah, and director Imtiaz Ali.
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Fans React to the Emotional Trailer of Main Vaapas Aaunga
Social media users have shared strong reactions after watching the trailer. Many called it a return to old-school romance.
One fan wrote, “Imtiaz Ali really understands how to make longing feel more emotional than love itself.” Another said, “Beautiful trailer loved it. The dialogues, the music and the story everything looks promising. Definitely going to watch it on big screen.”
Some fans are waiting for the songs. One comment read, “Waiting for a magical album” from A.R. Rahman.
The film also stars Anjana Sukhani in a key role named Meher. At the trailer launch, she called it a “privilege” to be part of the project and thanked Imtiaz Ali for seeing her as that character.
Release Date and Where to Watch Main Vaapas Aaunga
Main Vaapas Aaunga is set to hit theatres on June 12, 2026. The film will have a worldwide theatrical release. It is produced by Birla Studios, Applause Entertainment, and Window Seat Films.
The movie will face a box office clash with Varun Dhawan’s Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai on the same date.
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