Jun 16, 2026
Imtiaz Ali’s Main Vaapas Aaunga Shows Box Office Growth as Positive Word-of-Mouth Boosts Collections
Director Imtiaz Ali's latest film Main Vaapas Aaunga appears to be gaining momentum at the box office after a modest start. The film, which explores a deeply emotional story set against the backdrop of the Partition, has benefited from encouraging audience reactions and strong word-of-mouth.
According to industry reports, the film earned approximately ₹1.5 crore on its fifth day in theatres, improving upon its Monday collections. The film's total India net collection has now crossed ₹8 crore, while the gross collection is nearing ₹10 crore.
Starring Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh, Vedang Raina, and Sharvari, the film tells the story of a 95-year-old man whose memories of pre-Partition India continue to shape his final years. Through his grandson's journey to understand his past, the film explores themes of love, loss, identity, and the lasting impact of Partition.
Reports from major cities suggest that evening and night shows have witnessed increasing occupancy, indicating growing audience interest. The positive response from moviegoers is helping the film maintain steady momentum during the week.
The film has also received appreciation from members of the film industry. Actor Ayushmann Khurrana recently praised the film on social media, describing it as an emotional and memorable cinematic experience that highlights the human stories behind one of the most significant events in the subcontinent's history.
With strong audience feedback and improving collections, Main Vaapas Aaunga could continue its upward trend in the coming days.
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