Emraan Hashmi has finally addressed the buzz surrounding Awarapan 2, making it clear that the much-anticipated sequel is not driven by nostalgia or an attempt to cash in. In a recent interaction, Hashmi revealed
that the project has been in discussion for nearly seven years and only moved forward once the right story came along.
In a conversation with the Indian Express Screen, the actor was asked the reason behind doing Awarapan 2. He replied, “I’m not doing Awarapan 2 for nostalgia. This film was being planned for the past seven years. We just happened to stumble upon a script. We were holding off a sequel, but when we read a script which was taking Shivam’s journey ahead, we got to it. It’s not cashing in.”
He also added, “We have done that in the past, and a lot of people have been party to that. But we have to see that the audience now has become so smart and perceptive. Social media is such a tricky affair. You can’t be disingenuous with anything. You have a good script and heart in the right place, you’ll make a good film. That’s all there is to it.”
Emraan Hashmi Resumes Awarapan 2 Shoot In Rajasthan
In 2025, Emraan Hashmi resumed shooting. During a high-octane action sequence on the sets, Emraan reportedly suffered a serious abdominal tissue tear that required immediate medical attention and surgery. According to sources, Emraan is currently back on location in Rajasthan, with the shoot proceeding under strict supervision. His action movements have been restricted and the schedule has been carefully revised to ensure his health is prioritised while the film continues to move forward smoothly.
Awarapan 2 is among the most awaited upcoming projects, and Emraan’s resolve to continue shooting despite the physical challenges has added even more emotional depth to the journey of the film. Fans, colleagues, and well-wishers are said to be rallying behind him as he delivers yet another powerful performance.
About Awarapan 2
In 2025, on his birthday, Emraan Hashmi announced the sequel to Awarapan. The teaser, featuring his character from the 2007 film, standing on a boat looking at the sun setting behind the city’s skyline, went viral in no time. The song ‘Tera Mera Rishta’ playing in the background lefts fans thrilled. Emraan also revealed that the film will be hitting theatres on April 3, 2026.
While speaking with News18 Showsha earlier, Emraan said, “We’ve been working on the script of the sequel for almost a couple of years. We didn’t want to make a sequel just for the sake of it. It just so happened that we completed working on that script this year. Imagine the kind of draw the film had after its theatrical run.”
He further added, “Awarapan picked up over time through the internet, YouTube, satellite and Torrent. That’s how it developed a huge fan-base. It bears testament to the fact that even a theatrical film isn’t just limited to the cinemas. The trajectory of a film is sometimes very different. If it is good, people will end up consuming it even after it leaves theatres.”
