Shibasish Sarkar
Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’ Completes 50 Glorious Days in Cinemas, Defeats All Odds to Become a Commercial Hit
In an era where theatrical runs are becoming increasingly shorter, Main Vaapas Aaunga has scripted an extraordinary success story. It completes 50 successful days in Cinemas today and is still running in its 8th week now! For a film that got positive reviews but a very modest opening at the box office, Main Vaapas Aaunga soon turned the tables thanks to strong audience acceptance and a positive word-of-mouth. It witnessed a remarkable turnaround from its second week, with collections growing steadily as more people discovered and embraced the film, and by the sixth week, the film was | Click Here...
‘Main Wapas Aaunga’ to Stay in Theatres Even After Netflix Premiere
Imtiaz Ali's Main Wapas Aaunga is all set to make its OTT debut on Netflix on August 7. However, its theatrical journey is not ending just yet. A source close to the film has informed IWMBuzz that Main Wapas Aaunga will continue to screen in cinemas across India even after it begins streaming on the platform. Starring Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari Wagh, and Naseeruddin Shah, the film had a slow start at the box office, with many trade experts writing it off early. Despite the underwhelming opening, the makers remained confident about the film's content and decided to | Click Here...
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga declared a commercial hit as it enters its sixth week in theatres!
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga released in theatres last month to positive reviews but opened to a slow start at the box office. However, the film went on to script one of the year’s biggest turnaround stories, emerging as one of the most talked-about theatrical success stories through the sheer strength of audience appreciation. Now in its sixth week in theatres, the romantic drama has officially been declared a commercial hit after recovering its costs through theatrical and non-theatrical revenues, producer Mohit Choudhary said in a statement to PTI. “The box office | Click Here...
It was a great learning for us to meet the audience directly: Shibasish Sarkar on success of Main Vaapas Aaunga
Main Vaapas Aaunga has scored big at the box office after its initial lackluster opening day collections, and here, producer Shibasish Sarkar speaks about how things turned in favour of the movie. Main Vaapas Aaunga was written off initially. But it's having a great turnaround post release. What exactly worked for the film? Let me start with what didn't work initially. First credit goes to Imtiaz who has made a fantastic film. The irony was that, in spite of Imtiaz making a good film and we starting the marketing two months in advance, virtually 10-12 days bef | Click Here...
Main Vaapas Aaunga’s Historic Box Office Run Continues, Inches Closer to Rs 100 Crore Worldwide
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga continues its phenomenal theatrical run, proving that strong audience love and glowing word of mouth can defy all odds. The period romantic drama is now inching closer to the coveted Rs 100 crore worldwide gross milestone, emerging as one of the year’s biggest success stories. In a remarkable box office achievement, Main Vaapas Aaunga has collected an estimated Rs 58.25 crore net (Rs 69.30 crore gross) at the Indian box office in just 25 days. The film once again witnessed an impressive fourth weekend, continuing to draw audiences despite fresh com | Click Here...
Celebs and Filmmakers Zoya Akhtar, Aditi Rao Hydari, Anurag Kashyap, and Many More Shower Praise on Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga
As Main Vaapas Aaunga releases in cinemas today, the film has already begun receiving an outpouring of love and appreciation from celebrities and filmmakers across the industry. Several acclaimed actors, directors and filmmakers have shared their admiration for Imtiaz Ali's latest cinematic offering on social media, praising its emotional depth, poetic storytelling and powerful performances. The overwhelming response from across the industry further underlines the film's growing impact among audiences and cinema lovers alike. Acclaimed filmmaker Zoya Akhtar shared her love for the fi | Click Here...
Makers of Main Vaapas Aaunga Hosted Special Screening for Partition Veterans in Delhi
Ahead of its theatrical release this Friday, the makers of Main Vaapas Aaunga hosted a special screening of the film for Partition veterans in Delhi on 8 June 2026. Set against the backdrop of Partition, the film’s themes of displacement, separation, resilience, and hope resonated deeply with the audience, making the evening both emotional and memorable. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, Main Vaapas Aaunga has steadily garnered attention for its evocative storytelling and soulful music. The film tells a moving tale of love, longing, identity, and belonging, set against one of the most defini | Click Here...
Main Vaapas Aaunga Creates History at the Attari Border
Main Vaapas Aaunga created history today, as its music composer, Padma Bhushan awardee, Academy and Grammy Award winner- A.R. Rahman, delivered his first-ever live performance at the iconic Attari Border Post, paying tribute to the brave men and women of the Border Security Force (BSF). Held during the renowned Beating Retreat Ceremony, Jai Ho – A Musical Salute to the Bravehearts witnessed thousands of visitors gather at the JCP Stadium to celebrate the spirit of patriotism, gratitude, and Nationhood. The atmosphere was electric and emotions ran high as the stadium echoed with che | Click Here...
Vedang’s birthday gets musical as Imtiaz Ali and A.R. Rahman unveil ‘Ishq Mastana’ from Main Vaapas Aaunga
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga promises a moving tale of love, longing and belonging, and continues to build excitement among audiences with every new glimpse into its world. After the soulful charm of Kya Kamaal Hai, the playful energy of Maskara, and the emotional depth of Vo Nahin, the makers have now unveiled their latest track, Ishq Mastana, a vibrant celebration of life, love, friendship, and togetherness. More than just a song, Ishq Mastana captures the essence of a Panjab that dances, sings, and embraces life with a spirit that remains unchanged across generations. Rooted | Click Here...
Main Vaapas Aaunga builds huge global anticipation, North America (US & Canada) Advance Bookings to open a week ahead due to high demand
The excitement surrounding Main Vaapas Aaunga continues to grow at an extraordinary pace, with audiences across the globe eagerly awaiting the release of this Imtiaz Ali directorial. The film has not only captured the attention in India but has also sparked massive international anticipation, especially in the North America (US & Canada) market. In a rare and remarkable move for a Hindi film, the advance bookings in North America (US & Canada) will open on 5th June, much earlier than in India, owing to the overwhelming demand and excitement from audiences overseas. The incredible res | Click Here...
Diljit Dosanjh Shares a Heartfelt Message for the Main Vaapas Aaunga Trailer – Watch It Now!
The soul-stirring trailer of Main Vaapas Aaunga launched today and it’s already receiving immense love and appreciation from audiences. Featuring Diljit Dosanjh in a pivotal role, the film has fans excited to witness the global icon shine once again in the Imtiaz Ali directorial. Currently on his AURA Tour, Diljit shared a heartfelt message for Main Vaapas Aaunga, sending his best wishes to the entire team and encouraging audiences to experience the film in theatres on 12th June. Check out: Produced by Birla S | Click Here...
Imtiaz Ali brings back old-world romance with ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’
In Imtiaz Ali’s world, love is never just a feeling. It is a journey that lingers in stolen glances, unfinished conversations, and memories that refuse to fade away. In his forthcoming theatrical outing, MAIN VAAPAS AAUNGA, Ali takes us on one such journey. Bringing his vision to life is a stellar cast featuring Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Vedang Raina, and Sharvari. With a contemporary and witty narrative that explores the depth of human connection, this film promises to be an exciting cinematic experience. After winning hearts with an emotional teaser and its soulful music, the ma | Click Here...
Sharvari and Vedang Bring Alive the Mischief of Romance in ‘Maskara’
The latest song from Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga. Sung by Vedang Raina and Nilanjana Ghosh, ‘Maskara’ celebrates the precious feeling of budding young love. Produced by Applause Entertainment and Window Seat Films, Main Vaapas Aaunga releases in cinemas on 12th June 2026. Music on TIPS. Following the tremendous response to the teaser of Main Vaapas Aaunga’s and its first track ‘Kya Kamaal Hai’, filmmaker Imtiaz Ali turns up the romance with a breezy, feel-good melody, that embodies the ‘Mischief of Romance’- ‘Maskara’! | Click Here...
Main Vaapas Aaunga Teaser: Threads The Dreams Of Love & Longing
What is it like to yearn? To yearn is to sense a pain that flows through the marrow of your bones—it is longing, that is as wild as the sea. Stretching you, drawing you toward something—someone—just out of reach. Imtiaz Ali remains the eternal bridge, connecting tales of distance and desire, weaving the threads of love and longing. We watch his films and find a strong resonance—always. It has returned once again with Main Vaapas Aaunga (I Will Return), where he collaborates with Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, Sharvari, and the legendary Naseeruddin Shah. The teaser alo | Click Here...
Reliance CEO Shibasish Sarkar On Latest Reports Of Sooryavanshi Release
A news report earlier this week claims sources at Reliance have revealed 15 August as the latest release date for the long-delayed Rohit Shetty-directed Akshay Kumar-starrer Sooryavanshi. However, Shibasish Sarkar, CEO of Reliance Entertainment debunks the latest release date as yet some more wishful thinking. Says Sarkar, “In the last 18 months I am supposed to have released Sooryavanshi at least ten times. Rohit Shetty is shooting Khatron Ke Khiladi outside India. Once he’s back in India we will sit down together and discuss the release.” | Click Here...
“No Release Date Yet For Sooryavanshi”, Says Reliance CEO
Shibasish Sarkar, CEO of Reliance Entertainment has shot down reports stating that the long-awaited Akshay Kumar-Rohit Shetty starrer Sooryavanshi would release on April 2. Reacting sharply to the report Sarkar says, “The release is not yet decided…It seems apart from me and Rohit Shetty(the producers of Sooryavanshi) every journalist and media outlet is behaving like the producer.” Further probing reveals that the release date for Sooryavanshi as also Reliance Entertainment’s other premium project ’83 are now under consideration. A source | Click Here...
Filmmakers & Movie Trade Experts Celebrate Re-Opening Of Movie Theatres
Milap Zaveri(writer, director): “Movie theatres must open because the losses the industry is suffering are terrible. Exhibitors, distributors, cinema owners, lakhs of employees, producers etc. are suffering near-bankruptcy. Also if restaurants, flights, gyms, metro, hotels, religious places etc can re-open in India why not cinemas? One can easily follow safety measures in a cinema especially while facing one direction looking at the screen. Moreover, audiences are starved for the big screen experience. They will rush back to see films, as Tenet has proven overseas. I myself want to see fi | Click Here...
It’s a good Diwali and Christmas for Sooryavanshi and ’83
Reliance Entertainment’s CEO Shibasish Sarkar has confirmed that their two pending biggies Rohit Shetty’s action-adventure Sooryavanshi starring Akshay Kumar and Ajay Devgan, and Kabir Khan’s sports bio-pic ’83 won’t go to the digital platform. “These films are definitely getting releases in movie theatres whenever they (the theatres) open,” says Sarkar. He says his production company is hoping to release Sooryavanshi for Diwali and ’83 for Christmas. Says Sarkar, “That’s the current plan. We are committed to bring Sooryavanshi and 83 to audiences in | Click Here...
I have felt and seen death an inch over my body: Reliance Entertainment CEO Shibasish Sarkar
After a two-week battle with the Coronavirus in hospital Shibasish Sarkar, CEO of Reliance Entertainment is back home, weaker in body but stronger in spirit Shibasish now reveals that he nearly lost his life. “Not because of Covid, which I was fighting for 15 days.But there was a freak incident one night in hospital. Some medicine reacted wrongly with the body and for 45 minutes I literally fought with death. It was so close. I will have to break this sometime slowly to my wife. She is also not aware. But anyway I am safe now. I have felt and seen death an inch over my body. Anyway | Click Here...
I am recovering and I will soon be back home: Reliance CEO Shibasish Sarkar
Coronavirus has infiltrated the Mumbai film industry. After singer Kannika Kapoor and actress Zoa Morani and actor Kiran Kumar it is Reliance Entertainment’s CEO Shibasish Sarkar who is well on the way to beating the villainous virus. However, the frightening aspect of Shibasish’s viral attack is that he did not come in contact with anyone since the lockdown. “I never left home during the past 90 days,” he informs me. In a Whatsapp chat from the hospital Sarkar says, “I am getting better. The fever is still persisting. But the frequency has come down. The good | Click Here...
“Yes, it is the Coronavirus, I have been hospitalized, I am better now, “says Reliance CEO Shibasish Sarkar
The Coronavirus has now infiltrated the Mumbai film industry. After Zoa Morani it is Shibasish Sarkar the CEO of Reliance Entertainment, who is detected with the Coronavirus. Confirming the same to this writer Shibasish now hospitalized and being well looked after is on the way to recovery, says, “Yes it is the Coronavirus. I have been hospitalized. I am better now.” The Corona had so far left the Mumbai film industry largely untouched except for Zoa Morani. Then recently veteran actor Kiran Kumar was also detected with the Coronavirus. Both Zoa and Kiran Kumar recovered f | Click Here...
Producers’ Decision To Go Straight To Digital, Trade Experts Speak
Let's see what experts have to say on movies taking the digital route Sameer Nair (CEO, Applause Entertainment): “I think this whole Multiplex versus OTT Platform debate is much ado about nothing. For now, with theatres shut, it makes sense to sell what’s on the shelves rather than let it rot; once theatres open, the older model will return subject to precaution, care, and economics. This is an immediate-term solution to extract value for ready products, help refinance the movie business and keep the production economics chugging. Obviously when the theatres reo | Click Here...
