Vedang Raina Admits Three Days After Main Vaapas Aaunga Were 'Really Rough,' Says He Is Glad 'Miracle' Happened

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Main Vaapas Aaunga released in theatres on June 12, 2026, it wasn't the kind of opening that its makers or cast had hoped for. Despite earning widespread praise from critics and the audiences who watched it, the Imtiaz Ali directorial struggled to draw crowds during its first weekend. However, what followed was a rare box office turnaround driven almost entirely by glowing word of mouth. More than a month later, the emotional Partition drama has emerged as one of the year's biggest success stories, collecting Rs 93.42 crore worldwide. Looking back at that journey, actor Vedang Raina has opened up about the emotional toll of the film's underwhelming start and the "miracle" that changed its fate.

Vedang Raina on Main Vaapas Aaunga's box office miracle

Speaking to Galatta Plus, Vedang Raina talked about how difficult the initial days after the film's release were. The actor admitted that the disappointing opening left him emotionally shaken, especially after investing so much time and effort into the project. Recalling those first few days, Vedang said, "I think the first three days were really rough. I don't think I moved. I didn't know what to do. I did not know how to respond to it."He explained that every actor hopes their hard work translates into a strong response at the box office, making the film's slow start particularly heartbreaking. However, what kept him hopeful was the overwhelmingly positive feedback from the people who had actually watched the film. Critics appreciated it, audiences connected with its story, and those early viewers believed it deserved a much larger audience. Despite those encouraging reactions, Vedang admitted he found it difficult to understand why more people weren't walking into theatres. The experience made him question his choices as an actor.

Fortunately for the team, the film's story changed dramatically over the following weeks.

Vedang Raina thanks audiences

According to Vedang Raina, Main Vaapas Aaunga became a textbook example of how powerful genuine audience support can be. Instead of relying on aggressive promotions, the film steadily grew because viewers kept recommending it to friends and family."I'm glad that this miracle happened," Vedang said, describing the film's remarkable turnaround. The actor believes audiences became the film's biggest promoters. As more people watched it, conversations around its emotional storytelling spread organically, encouraging others to give it a chance. In his view, the film benefited not only because it was well made but also because many viewers felt it was being overlooked despite its quality.

Vedang suggested that this created a unique sense of ownership among audiences. Rather than simply recommending the film, they actively advocated for it, almost treating it like an underrated gem that deserved wider recognition. That collective support eventually transformed its theatrical run into an inspiring success story.Main Vaapas Aaunga tells the story of a 95-year-old man who suffers a stroke and begins experiencing symptoms of dementia after setting out on a journey to Pakistan. As fragments of his long-buried memories begin resurfacing, his grandson slowly uncovers a deeply personal history dating back to the Partition of India. Released on June 12, 2026, Main Vaapas Aaunga stars Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari, and Vedang Raina in pivotal roles.