The trailer of Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming romantic drama Main Vaapas Aaunga was released on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The film stars Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina and Sharvari Wagh in key roles. The story combines romance, family emotions and the painful memories linked to India’s partition.
The trailer opens with a conversation between Naseeruddin Shah and Diljit Dosanjh. Naseeruddin’s character asks Diljit if he knows about Adolf Hitler. Shortly after, Diljit says that his grandfather is on his death bed. The story then shifts to the partition era and shows events from the past. Vedang Raina appears as the younger version of Naseeruddin Shah’s character.
The trailer also introduces a romantic relationship between Vedang Raina and Sharvari Wagh. Their love story appears emotional and intense, but things change after the country gets divided into two nations during partition. The film shows how political and historical events affect personal relationships and families. It also focuses on the emotional pain, separation and trauma faced by people during that period.
Main Vaapas Aaunga is presented as a musical romantic drama that explores memories, relationships and loss across generations. The film’s music is composed by AR Rahman, while the lyrics are written by Irshad Kamil. The screenplay has been written by Imtiaz Ali along with Nayanika Mahtani.
The film is produced by Birla Studios, Applause Entertainment, Window Seat Films, Mohit Choudhary and Shibhasish Sarkar. Main Vaapas Aaunga is scheduled to release in theatres on June 12.
The trailer gives a look into a story that connects the past and present through memories and emotions. With the backdrop of partition, the film explores how the impact of separation and loss continues to affect families many years later.