Awarapan 2: Multiple Distributors Bid For Emraan Hashmi Film's Rights - Report

Awarapan,

starring Emraan Hashmi, is one of Bollywood's cult classics, and fans are super excited as finally, the sequel is all set for a big release. Recently, makers announced the release date of Awarapan 2 and netizens couldn't keep calm. The release plans for the film have undergone a significant change, with the makers now locking a new window for the much-anticipated sequel. The Emraan Hashmi-led film, which has been generating steady buzz online, is currently in production, prompting a shift from its earlier timeline. Amid the buzz, a new report suggests that many want to acquire the distribution rights for the film.

Distributors Bid For Awarapan 2 Rights

A source told Bollywood Hungama, "You name it and that distributor was seen at the Vishesh Films office last week – be it Zee Studios, Anil Thadani’s AA Films, Pen Marudhar, Jio Studios, Star Studio18, Cinepolis, etc. That’s not all."

The insider also added that Karan Johar's Dharma Productions, which now has its own distribution arm, has also met Mukesh Bhatt. Lastly, Ananya Birla's Birla Studios plans to not only produce but also distribute films in the future. "Mukesh Bhatt is quite overwhelmed by the response. He met all the distributors warmly. Now, he and his team are analysing the offers and are expected to make a decision soon," they added. Once that is done, the makers will announce the name of the distributor who won the competitive bid, shared the source.

More About Awarapan 2

The film will allegedly be released on Independence Day 2026, clashing with Sunny Deol, Aamir Khan's Lahore 1947.

The return of Emraan Hashmi as Shivam has further strengthened audience curiosity, especially among fans of the original film. The story reportedly picks up right from the dream sequence at the end of the first film. Shivam "comes back to life" and meets a new character, which will be played by the female lead Disha Patani, who assists him on a new mission. For the unversed, Awarapan (2007) ends with the tragic death of Shivam played by Emraan Hashmi during a final gunfight while saving Reema, allowing her to escape to freedom. Having found redemption and love through his sacrifice, he dies holding a vision of her safety, finally releasing him from the guilt of his past, allowing him to reunite with his past love, Aliyah, in heaven. On his birthday, March 24 this year, Emraan Hashmi announced Awarapan 2 for the first time with a special teaser of its first movie, infusing nostalgia.