Young Bollywood actor Vedang Raina is set to surprise audiences with a completely different look in the upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga, where he will be seen playing a Sikh character. The film, directed by
Imtiaz Ali, also stars
Diljit Dosanjh and
Sharvari in important roles, with music composed by legendary musician
A. R. Rahman.
The movie is scheduled to release in cinemas on June 12, 2026, and has already created buzz among fans due to its strong cast and emotional storyline.
Vedang Raina Calls It Special to Play a Sikh Character
Vedang Raina, who belongs to a Kashmiri Pandit family, shared that playing a turbaned Sikh in the film is one of the most special experiences of his career. He said he feels proud to portray a community known for bravery, patriotism, and strong cultural values.
The actor also said that being compared with Bollywood legends like
Dharmendra,
Akshay Kumar and
Sunny Deol, who have played Sikh roles in popular films, is a huge compliment for him. According to Vedang, it is an honour to follow the path of such iconic actors.
Actor Did Research and Stayed in Punjab for Role Preparation
Vedang revealed that preparing for the role was not easy. To make his character look real, he spent time learning about Sikh history, culture, and language. He even stayed in Punjab for some time to understand the lifestyle and dialect better.
The actor also learned how to tie a turban, which he admitted was one of the toughest parts of the preparation. He said that although he tried to learn properly, he still needed help from the costume team during the shoot. However, he believes the effort helped him perform the role more naturally on screen.
Imtiaz Ali Earlier Cast Non-Sikh Actors in Sikh Roles
This is not the first time director Imtiaz Ali has cast non-Sikh actors in Sikh roles. In the film
Love Aaj Kal, both
Saif Ali Khan and
Rishi Kapoor played Sikh characters even though they do not belong to the community.
With Main Vaapas Aaunga, the filmmaker once again focuses on strong storytelling and character transformation, which has made the film one of the most awaited Bollywood releases of 2026.
Fans are now excited to see Vedang Raina in this new avatar and are expecting a powerful performance when the film hits theatres.
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