Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ In a memorable and emotional evening at Punjab’s Attari border, Oscar-winning composer and music maestro AR Rahman delivered his first-ever live performance at the historic location, paying tribute to the courage and dedication of Border Security Force (BSF) personnel. The special event, titled “Jai Ho – A Musical Salute to the Bravehearts,” was held during the iconic Beating Retreat ceremony at the JCP Stadium. Organized in association with the upcoming film Main Vaapas Aaunga, the program brought together music, patriotism, and cinema in a unique celebration of India’s armed forces.
Thousands of spectators gathered at the border venue to witness the historic performance. Rahman opened the evening with the soulful song “Chanda Suraj Lakhon Taare” before presenting tracks from Main Vaapas Aaunga, a film directed by acclaimed filmmaker Imtiaz Ali. The movie’s team also dedicated its music album to the Indian armed forces, recognizing their sacrifice and commitment to the nation. Joining Rahman at the event were director Imtiaz Ali, actor Vedang Raina, producer Mohit Choudhary, and other members of the film’s cast and crew. The evening featured several musical performances, including “Maskara,” sung by Nilanjana Ghosh and Vedang Raina, as well as “Ishq Mastana” by popular singer Mohit Chauhan.
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Performers Pooja Tiwari and Nargis also entertained the audience with songs from the film’s soundtrack. The event reached an emotional high point when Rahman closed the program with his iconic patriotic anthem “Maa Tujhe Salaam,” drawing enthusiastic applause from the crowd. Speaking at the event, Imtiaz Ali described the performance as a tribute to the nation’s spirit and the bravery of soldiers stationed at the borders. He said the program was dedicated to the BSF, the Indian Army, and the values of unity, solidarity, and love that bring people together.
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The choice of the Attari border as the venue carried special significance because Main Vaapas Aaunga is set against the backdrop of India’s Partition. The film explores themes of love, separation, memory, and longing, inspired by stories of migration and displacement from that period. The film stars Diljit Dosanjh, Naseeruddin Shah, Sharvari, and Vedang Raina. Its music has been composed by AR Rahman, with lyrics written by Irshad Kamil. Produced by Window Seat Films and Birla Studios, Main Vaapas Aaunga is scheduled for release on June 12, 2026.
