Imtiaz Ali has officially welcomed Vedang Raina into a very exclusive circle. Following the release of Maskara from Main Vaapas Aaunga, the filmmaker praised the young star on Instagram, calling him the “third actor to playback” in one of his films after Alia Bhatt and Diljit Dosanjh.
Sharing a clip from the song, Imtiaz referred to Vedang as “the ultimate rockstar,” while also tagging music maestro A. R. Rahman, who has composed the soundtrack for the film. The shoutout instantly grabbed fans’ attention, with many calling it a major moment in Vedang’s rapidly rising career.
Set against the backdrop of love, longing and Partition-era emotions, Main Vaapas Aaunga stars Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari and Naseeruddin Shah in pivotal roles. Directed by Imtiaz Ali and backed by A. R. Rahman’s music, the film has already generated strong buzz for its sweeping romance and emotional storytelling. The film is currently slated for a theatrical release on June 12, 2026.