Actor Emraan Hashmi is currently in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, for the shoot of one of his upcoming projects. While details about the film are yet to be officially revealed, a video from the set has now gone
viral on social media after locals reportedly objected to a signboard used during the shoot.
Ruckus On Emraan Hashmi’s Film Set In Haridwar
According to reports, the team had created a fake restaurant setup for the shoot. The set reportedly featured a signboard that read “Cafe & Bar.” This did not go down well with some locals, who objected to the use of the word “Bar” in a holy city like Haridwar.
A video from the location has surfaced online, showing a heated exchange between locals and members of the film’s team. Emraan Hashmi is not seen in the viral clip. However, security personnel can be spotted at the location, while a person who appears to be from the production team is seen trying to calm the situation.
उत्तराखंड –
हरिद्वार में इमरान हाशमी के फिल्म सेट (एक मकान) पर "बार एंड रेस्टोरेंट" का बोर्ड लगा देखकर हिंदू संगठन भड़क गए, हंगामा खड़ा कर दिया। उन्हें आपत्ति थी कि ऐसा बोर्ड नहीं लगाना चाहिए, जिससे देवभूमि हरिद्वार की पवित्रता खराब हो। pic.twitter.com/cn7UcSlQbA— Sachin Gupta (@Sachingupta) June 11, 2026
As per reports, the locals felt that the word “Bar” on the signboard demeaned the religious significance of Haridwar. The argument reportedly broke out after they noticed the setup created for the shoot.
Emraan Hashmi Yet To React
Several videos of Emraan meeting fans in Uttarakhand have also surfaced on social media, confirming that the actor is currently in the state for a shoot. However, there is no official confirmation yet about the title of the project or the team behind it.
Emraan has also not issued any statement regarding the reported ruckus on the set.
Emraan Hashmi’s Upcoming Films
On the work front, Emraan Hashmi currently has two major films in the pipeline: Awarapan 2 and the Telugu film G2. A few days ago, the makers of Awarapan 2 announced that the film’s shoot had been wrapped.
Sharing the update on Instagram, they wrote, “OGs know this isn’t just a wrap. He came back for you. In cinemas August 14.”
Since Awarapan 2 has already completed filming, it remains to be seen whether Emraan is shooting for G2 in Uttarakhand or another yet-to-be-announced project.
Awarapan 2 Release Date
Awarapan 2 is scheduled to release in theatres on August 14, 2026. However, the film will not have a solo release at the box office. Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947 is also slated to arrive in cinemas on the same date.
With both films eyeing the Independence Day weekend, the clash is expected to draw attention. It will be interesting to see how the box office battle between Awarapan 2 and Batwara 1947 unfolds.
