We broke the news on March 7, that Awarapan 2 is in making, before the official announcment was made on Emraan Hashmi’s birthday. Back in 2007, Mohit Suri and Emraan Hashmi gave cinephiles Awarapan—a gangster-based tragic love story produced by Mukesh Bhatt. While the film struggled at the box office, over time, it gained cult status for its hauntingly beautiful music, emotional depth, and Emraan Hashmi’s unforgettable performance as Shivam Pandit. Fast forward to today, the love for Awarapan has translated into a long-awaited sequel.
Disha Patani Joins Emraan Hashmi For Awarapan 2
And here’s the big update—Disha Patani has officially been roped in as the female lead of Awarapan 2 opposite Emraan Hashmi. The film will be directed by Nitin Kakkar, replacing Mohit Suri, while Mukesh Bhatt continues to back the project. With its announcement, excitement has already started to build up among fans who have been waiting for years to see Shivam Pandit’s journey continue.
Casting Disha Patani opposite Emraan Hashmi is an interesting move. Known for her charm and screen presence, Disha brings freshness to the Awarapan franchise. Reports suggest that she instantly said yes after hearing the narration, as she was deeply moved by the script’s intensity and emotional weight.
This pairing of Emraan and Disha is already generating curiosity. While Emraan has a strong fanbase in the romantic-thriller space, Disha’s presence adds glamour and emotional balance. The chemistry between the two will be crucial in making this tragic love saga connect with the audience.
Awarapan 2: A Cult Classic Gets A Sequel
I broke this news on March 7 that #Awarapan2 was in the making… and now, it’s OFFICIAL! 📢
On @EmraanHashmi’s birthday, the much-awaited sequel is finally announced! 🖤💥
Releasing April 3, 2026! 🍿#EmraanHashmi #Awarapan #MukeshBhatt #VisheshFilms@VisheshB7 @Visheshfilms pic.twitter.com/kfTmhHiAQk
— Praneet Samaiya (@praneetsamaiya) March 24, 2025
The original Awarapan may not have set the cash registers ringing in 2007, but its music album—featuring tracks like “Tera Mera Rishta Purana” and “Toh Phir Aao”—and its emotional narrative ensured the film remained in people’s hearts. The sequel, titled Awarapan 2, promises to stay true to the essence of the original while expanding the universe with a more layered story.
Much like the first part, Awarapan 2 will be an intense love story set against the backdrop of the gangster world. The makers have planned double the romance, double the heartbreak, and double the emotions. Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam Pandit, while Disha Patani steps in as the new female lead. Her character details are being kept under wraps for now, but sources suggest she has a strong emotional arc that drives the story forward.
Music: The Heart Of Awarapan
One of the biggest reasons why Awarapan became a cult classic was its soul-stirring music. The sequel too is being designed as a wholesome musical album. The makers are currently working on creating a soundtrack that captures both romance and melancholy, with chances of bringing back reimagined versions of some of the original melodies.
With Emraan Hashmi on board—an actor who has delivered countless chartbusters in his career—expectations are sky-high. If Awarapan 2 can recreate even half the musical magic of its predecessor, it will already win half the battle at the box office.
Awarapan 2 Release Date
The shoot for Awarapan 2 is set to kick off by September-end or early October this year. The makers are planning a quick schedule, aiming to wrap up filming by January 2026. With post-production lined up immediately after, Awarapan 2 has been locked for a grand release on April 3, 2026.
Awarapan 2 isn’t just another sequel—it’s a film that carries the weight of a cult classic on its shoulders. With Emraan Hashmi reprising his iconic role of Shivam Pandit and Disha Patani stepping in as the new female lead, expectations are sky-high. Add to that the promise of a power-packed love story, gangster backdrop, and soul-stirring music, and you have one of the most awaited films of 2026.
Fans of Awarapan can finally rejoice because Shivam’s journey continues—and this time, the emotions and intensity are only going to get bigger.
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