“Tears Were Streaming Down My Cheeks”, Says Tahira Kashyap After Watching ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’!

Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga, starring Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina, Sharvari, and Diljit Dosanjh, has been winning hearts since its theatrical release on 12th June. Joining the growing list of admirers, #TahiraKashyap shared a heartfelt review of the film on social media, praising its emotional storytelling and lauding Imtiaz Ali as a ‘legend’ for creating a cinematic experience that deeply moved her.
Sharing her review of Main Vaapas Aaunga, Tahira wrote, “This is what a legend makes. If love had a language it would be this film. Every frame felt lived, felt, aged, loved. There was a constant lump in my throat, heart was pining for the unrequited love, tears were streaming down my cheeks as if they intuitively knew what the characters felt, how they felt. Only Imtiaz Ali could have created this magic. I am your biggest fan. the love and intimacy with which you weave your stories is unparalleled.”
She then went on to praise Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina and Sharvari’s performance in the film. “Naseeruddin sir you reminded me of my nanaji, Darji for us. He came from Sargodha and told us endless stories about his hockey days. You were such a treat to watch, love and more love for you. Sharvari, you brought magic to Jia. Your poetry, the stammer and accent had me in awe. What a star! Vedang Raina, you were amazing. From love to pain and longing, it was lovely. Diljit you brought everyone together and thank you for that,” she wrote.
Tahira further praised music composer AR Rahman and wrote, “@arrahman you were the soul of the film! Your music was stirring emotions and how. Love, youth, romance, longing all rolled into a volcano of feelings. @dollyahluwalia your scene left an indelible mark props to the entire cast and crew.”
Lastly, she urged people to go watch the movie in theatres. “Pls go watch and gift yourself a classic love story that you will always remember,” she wrote.
Main Vaapas Aaunga is a story of love, longing, and belonging set against the backdrop of Partition-era migration. It explores memory, nostalgia, and deep emotional connections to home and loved ones, showing how the past shapes identity and sustains the human spirit across generations.
Produced by Birla Studios & Applause Entertainment and Mohit Choudhary & Shibasish Sarkar of Window Seat Films, this Birla Studios Worldwide successfully running in cinemas now. Music is on Tips Music.
By Keerti Kadam