Vedang Raina, known for his acting debut in "The Archies," is showcasing his versatility in the recently released film "Jigra," where he stars alongside Alia Bhatt. Beyond his acting skills, Vedang has surprised audiences with his singing talent, contributing his voice to a song in the film.
In "Jigra," Vedang Raina sings a rendition of the classic song "Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka". The song plays during the teaser trailer, highlighting the bond between Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina's characters. Sources indicate that the decision to have Vedang sing the song came after the filmmakers learned about his singing abilities. His version of the song will also be featured on the film's official album.
Adding to his vocal contributions, Vedang Raina also sang the title track of "Jigra". The music video for the title track presents Vedang performing the song live on stage, creating a concert-like atmosphere. The song embodies the themes of courage and protecting loved ones, which are central to the film's narrative. The title track is composed by Achint Thakkar, with lyrics by Varun Grover.
Alia Bhatt and Vedang Raina play siblings in "Jigra", a Hindi-language action thriller directed by Vasan Bala. Alia Bhatt plays a troubled young woman who must rescue her brother (Vedang Raina) from a foreign prison, after he is incarcerated for a crime he did not commit. The film is produced by Karan Johar, Apoorva Mehta, Alia Bhatt, Shaheen Bhatt and Soumen Mishra under Viacom18 Studios, Dharma Productions and Eternal Sunshine Productions.
The film was released in theaters worldwide on October 11, 2024, coinciding with Vijayadashami. Critics have given mixed-to-positive reviews, praising Bhatt's performance and the film's music. At the 70th Filmfare Awards, Alia Bhatt won Best Actress, and Achint Thakkar won the R. D. Burman Award.
Vedang's performance in "Jigra" has garnered attention, especially his live performance of the title track at the launch event in New Delhi where he played the guitar and sang alongside Alia Bhatt. The siblings also sang "Tenu Sang Rakhna" together.
In a recent interview, Vedang shared that immersing himself in his character for "Jigra" had a negative impact on his mental health. He has said that he had to adjust his process to prevent such experiences in the future.
"Jigra" marks a significant step in Vedang Raina's career, showcasing his talents as both an actor and a singer.
