Awarapan 2: Emraan Hashmi's Epic Return in the Cult Sequel
Awarapan 2, the long-awaited sequel to the 2007 cult favorite Awarapan, was officially announced by Emraan Hashmi on his 46th birthday in March 2025. Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt under Vishesh Films, the film revives the brooding intensity of Shivam's world with fresh faces and high-stakes drama.
Slated for a grand theatrical release on 3 April 2026, the teaser dropped in March 2025, blending nostalgic clips from the original with glimpses of Hashmi's intense gaze, building massive buzz. Trailer expected in December 2025.
Story: Shivam's Resurrection and New Shadows
Picking up from the tragic end of Awarapan, Awarapan 2 resurrects Shivam (Emraan Hashmi) for an emotional odyssey penned by Bilal Siddiqui. Amidst underworld betrayals and human trafficking rings, themes of atonement, forbidden love, and spiritual turmoil unfold in a high-octane narrative.
Blending the original's Sufi essence with modern action, the story explores Shivam's guilt-ridden return, clashing Indian and international crime worlds. Expect raw intensity and poetic depth.
Release Date & Marketing Buzz
Locked for 3 April 2026, Awarapan 2 rides a wave of nostalgia post its March 2025 teaser reveal. With Emraan promising "feeling-driven songs" to revive 2000s romance, the soundtrack hype is real. Trailer slated for December 2025.
Fun Fact: The teaser features original clips and Hashmi's brooding eyes, amassing millions of views overnight.
