Awarapan 2

Popular Bollywood actor Emraan Hashmi’s most awaited film ‘Awarapan 2’ has finally been released in theaters today on 14 August 2026. There was a huge craze among the fans for a long time regarding this sequel of the cult classic film ‘Awarapan’ released in 2007. From the songs of the film to its advance booking, it had already created an atmosphere at the box office. Now as soon as the first day first show of the film is over, the social media platform ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) is flooded with reactions from the audience and fans. So let us know how the public liked this comeback film of Emraan Hashmi.

Tremendous reactions are being received on social media

‘Awarapan 2’ is initially receiving great and mixed reactions from the audience on social media. Many fans are liking Emraan Hashmi’s style and the story of the film, while some have praised its direction. While sharing his review on ‘X’, a user wrote, ‘The tremendous interval of ‘Awarapan 2’ has just ended. The first half is completely full of excitement, strong emotions, great action and an exciting atmosphere. Its story keeps you tied to your seat. Another user wrote that within the first 20 minutes of the start of the film, the audience completely connects with the main character ‘Shivam Pandit’.

Old times and old memories seen in theaters

Seeing the response the film is getting, many fans are lost in the memories of the old times. Referring to the occupancy of theatres, a user wrote that even on a normal Friday (without any holiday), the morning show of Emraan Hashmi’s film is seeing 60 to 70 percent occupancy, seeing which it felt as if we have returned to the era of 2008-2012. Apart from this, there is a special scene of the film, in which the monks once again save Shivam and his iconic song ‘Tera Mera Rishta’ plays in the background. Fans are saying that they get goosebumps on seeing that scene on the screen.

Special things related to star cast and budget

Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt, ‘Awarapan 2’ has been given 16+ UA certificate by the Censor Board. The total budget of the film is said to be around Rs 25 to 30 crores. In this film, along with Emraan Hashmi, actors like Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi, Suvinder Vicky, Vijayant Kohli, Atul Kumar, Anirudh Rawal and Puran Gabbi are seen in important roles. Now it remains to be seen that after these positive reviews from the audience, how many crores the film succeeds in doing business of crores at the box office on the weekend.