Imtiaz Ali Draws Comparison Between Vedang Raina’s Performance in Main Vaapas Aaunga to Alia Bhatt’s Acting in Highway: There is a certain maturity that these people possess

Acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali has gained a reputation for extracting emotionally layered performances from his performers. And with his upcoming film, Main Vaapas Aaunga, the director has walked the same path with Vedang Raina. The filmmaker believes that acting is less about experience and more about emotional authenticity. As Main Vaapas Aaunga inches closer to its release date, Ali drew an interesting comparison between Vedang Raina and Alia Bhatt from her Highway days.

Imtiaz Ali opened up about the emotional depth and maturity he spots in certain younger actors. He said, “You know, Alia Bhatt in Highway or Vedang Raina in this film (Main Vaapas Aaunga) have portrayed certain depth of emotion. Some newcomers unexpectedly do that. There is a certain maturity that these people possess.”

Reflecting on his approach towards casting, he shared, “ I have an individualistic take on actors.” For him, what matters the most is emotional intellect. “So, I feel that actors are very individualistic. They never become veterans. They always remain the same.”

The filmmaker is gearing up for the ambitious release of Main Vaapas Aaunga, starring Naseeruddin Shah, Diljit Dosanjh, Sharvari and Vedang Raina in leading roles. Set against the backdrop of partition, Main Vaapas Aaunga is a story of love and longing, and it hits theatres on June 12.