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‘Maskara’ Release Fuels Build-Up to Imtiaz Ali’s ‘Main Vaapas Aaunga’

Celebrity praise plus Vedang Raina’s studio note lifts early buzz before the June 12 release.

Overview

  • The romantic single ‘Maskara,’ which released Tuesday, spotlights Sharvari Wagh and Vedang Raina in a playful take on young love from Imtiaz Ali’s upcoming film.
  • A.R. Rahman composed the track with lyrics by Irshad Kamil and vocals by Vedang Raina and Nilanjana Ghosh, with music released under the TIPS label.
  • Vedang Raina later shared a studio clip Wednesday, saying he told himself to stay calm while recording with A.R. Rahman and dedicating the moment to his younger self.
  • By Thursday, actors Alia Bhatt and Ayushmann Khurrana had praised the track online, as outlets reported warm response on streaming platforms and social media.
  • The film, produced by Applause Entertainment and Window Seat Films, is slated for a June 12 theatrical release following a music-led rollout that began with the teaser and title track ‘Kya Kamaal Hai’.