Awarapan 2 has completed its first week at the Indian box office on a high. The Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani starrer has not only sustained its strong momentum after a phenomenal opening weekend but has also delivered a remarkable weekday run. The film’s performance has brought a fresh wave of positivity among exhibitors, particularly in Tier 2 and Tier 3 centres. Non-national chains and single-screen properties have also reported encouraging audience response.
- Awarapan 2 Week 1 Box Office Collection
- Awarapan 2 Delivers A Blockbuster Week
- Third Biggest Opening Week Of Bollywood In 2026
- Emraan Hashmi’s Career-Best Box Office Run
- Awarapan 2 Has Created Fresh Positivity Among Exhibitors
- Weekend 2 Becomes Crucial
- How Far Can Awarapan 2 Go Before Toxic?
- Budget, Box Office, And Verdict
- More About Awarapan 2
- Final Verdict
For a film that carried the legacy of a cult favourite, the first-week performance is a major achievement. Awarapan 2 has successfully converted nostalgia into theatrical footfalls and has now established itself as one of the biggest Bollywood performers of 2026. The biggest question now is how much further the film can travel before Toxic arrives in theatres on August 26.
Awarapan 2 Week 1 Box Office Collection
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The film has brought a fresh wave of positivity among exhibitors, especially in Tier 2 & Tier 3 centres & non-national chains. 💥
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— Praneet Samaiya (@praneetsamaiya) August 21, 2026Awarapan 2 has collected Rs 117.66 crore nett at the Indian box office in its first week. The film began its theatrical journey with Rs 23.40 crore on Friday. It then exploded on Saturday with Rs 34.09 crore before adding another Rs 26.82 crore on Sunday. The weekday performance remained remarkably strong. Awarapan 2 collected Rs 10.06 crore on Monday and Rs 10.26 crore on Tuesday. It then recorded Rs 7 crore on Wednesday and Rs 6.03 crore on Thursday.
| Day | India Nett Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 – Friday | Rs 23.40 crore |
| Day 2 – Saturday | Rs 34.09 crore |
| Day 3 – Sunday | Rs 26.82 crore |
| Day 4 – Monday | Rs 10.06 crore |
| Day 5 – Tuesday | Rs 10.26 crore |
| Day 6 – Wednesday | Rs 7.00 crore |
| Day 7 – Thursday | Rs 6.03 crore |
| Week 1 Total | Rs 117.66 crore |
The first-week total of Rs 117.66 crore makes Awarapan 2 one of the biggest opening-week performers of the year. More importantly, the film has maintained a healthy trend beyond the opening weekend. The weekday hold shows that the audience interest is not limited to the initial holiday period.
Awarapan 2 Delivers A Blockbuster Week
Awarapan 2 has closed Week 1 on a high. The film’s seven-day journey has been filled with several major milestones. It opened strongly, recorded a huge jump over the weekend and then maintained its momentum during the working days. The film stayed above Rs 10 crore on Monday and Tuesday before settling at Rs 7 crore on Wednesday and Rs 6.03 crore on Thursday. That is a healthy trajectory for a film coming off a massive opening weekend.
The biggest takeaway is the film’s performance in smaller markets. Tier 2 and Tier 3 centres have responded strongly, while non-national chains have also played a significant role in the film’s business. This has created a positive atmosphere among exhibitors.
Third Biggest Opening Week Of Bollywood In 2026
| Rank | Film | Opening Week Collection |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dhurandhar 2 | Rs 690.00 crore |
| 2 | Border 2 | Rs 244.97 crore |
| 3 | Awarapan 2 | Rs 117.66 crore |
| 4 | Dhamaal 4 | Rs 99.09 crore |
| 5 | Bhooth Bangla | Rs 95.68 crore |
| 6 | Welcome To The Jungle | Rs 95.21 crore |
| 7 | Cocktail 2 | Rs 74.31 crore |
| 8 | O Romeo | Rs 52.51 crore |
| 9 | Alpha | Rs 48.40 crore |
| 10 | Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai | Rs 43.53 crore |
Awarapan 2 has now emerged as the third-biggest opening-week grosser among Bollywood films in 2026. With Rs 117.66 crore in seven days, the film has surpassed several major releases of the year. It is now ahead of Dhamaal 4, Bhooth Bangla and Welcome To The Jungle in the opening-week ranking. Only Dhurandhar 2 and Border 2 remain ahead.
The achievement is significant because Awarapan 2 was not carrying the scale of some of the year’s biggest commercial releases. Instead, the film has built its business around audience nostalgia, Emraan Hashmi’s popularity, the legacy of the original film and strong word of mouth. The result has been a theatrical run that has exceeded expectations.
The first-week ranking puts Awarapan 2 ahead of several established Bollywood franchises. Dhamaal 4, Bhooth Bangla and Welcome To The Jungle all arrived with considerable expectations and major star power. However, Awarapan 2 has managed to outperform them in its opening-week business. This is particularly impressive because the film’s theatrical journey has been driven by a more organic audience response. The film’s performance outside the major metros has been one of its defining strengths. The strong business in Tier 2 and Tier 3 centres has helped Awarapan 2 maintain its pace and push ahead of several larger releases.
Emraan Hashmi’s Career-Best Box Office Run
For Emraan Hashmi, Awarapan 2 has become a career-defining theatrical success. The film has already become his highest-grossing Bollywood movie as a solo or parallel lead. It has also become his first solo film to cross the Rs 100 crore mark.
Now, after completing Week 1 with Rs 117.66 crore, the film has established a new benchmark for the actor. The achievement becomes even more special because of the character he is playing. Shivam Pandit is one of Emraan Hashmi’s most remembered characters. The original Awarapan may not have succeeded commercially when it was released, but its popularity grew significantly over the years. The sequel has now transformed that cult following into a major box office success.
Awarapan 2 Has Created Fresh Positivity Among Exhibitors
The film’s impact is not limited to its collection. Awarapan 2 has brought a fresh wave of positivity among exhibitors. Tier 2 and Tier 3 centres, non-national chains and single screens have witnessed strong audience demand. For exhibitors, this is an encouraging development.
The Hindi film market has seen several releases struggle to maintain momentum after the opening weekend. Awarapan 2 has delivered a different trend. The film has continued to attract audiences through the weekdays, giving exhibitors confidence about the second weekend. This kind of response can also encourage distributors to back more content-driven and nostalgia-led commercial films.
Weekend 2 Becomes Crucial
The first week is now complete. The focus immediately shifts to Weekend 2. The biggest advantage for Awarapan 2 is the absence of a major release arriving this Friday. This gives the film a clear run and allows exhibitors to maintain a strong show count. The film can now capitalise on the goodwill generated during Week 1.
The second weekend could also benefit from audiences who were unable to watch the film during the opening week. The positive word of mouth should continue to help the film, particularly in smaller centres where audience demand has remained strong.
How Far Can Awarapan 2 Go Before Toxic?
The next major challenge is Toxic. Toxic arrives on August 26, giving Awarapan 2 a limited but valuable window to maximise its theatrical business before the new release begins to take away screens and shows. The period between Weekend 2 and the arrival of Toxic could prove crucial.
If Awarapan 2 records another strong weekend, it could build a substantial lead before facing major competition. The film has already demonstrated that it can maintain strong weekday collections. Now, the second weekend will determine whether it can push towards the next major milestones.
Budget, Box Office, And Verdict
| Parameter | Awarapan 2 |
|---|---|
| Budget | Rs 45 crore |
| India Net Collection | Rs 117.66 crore |
| Budget Recovery | 261.47% |
| Profit | Rs 72.66 crore |
| ROI | 161.47% |
| Verdict | Super-Hit |
Awarapan 2 has already secured a Super-Hit verdict at the box office. With a reported budget of Rs 45 crore and a Week 1 India nett collection of Rs 117.66 crore, the film has generated a surplus of Rs 72.66 crore over the reported budget on a simple India nett minus budget calculation. The budget recovery stands at approximately 261.47%, while the simple ROI stands at approximately 161.47%.
The film’s theatrical performance has therefore moved well beyond the recovery stage. The current verdict remains Super-Hit, while the strong second-weekend prospects could determine whether it eventually moves into blockbuster territory.
More About Awarapan 2
Awarapan 2 is directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt under the banner of Vishesh Films. The film stars Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, Puran Gabbi, Suvinder Vicky, Aniruddh Rawal, and Shabana Azmi in prominent roles.
Emraan returns as Shivam Pandit, the iconic character from the original Awarapan. The sequel combines action, romance and emotional drama while continuing the story around a character that has developed a loyal fan following over the years. The film’s success has been powered by nostalgia, Emraan Hashmi’s screen presence, positive word of mouth and strong acceptance across different audience centres.
Final Verdict
Awarapan 2 has delivered a blockbuster first week at the Indian box office, collecting Rs 117.66 crore nett in seven days and emerging as Bollywood’s third-biggest opening-week grosser of 2026. More importantly, the film has created a strong theatrical wave beyond the metros, with Tier 2 and Tier 3 centres and non-national chains responding exceptionally well. The film now has a clear run during Weekend 2, with no major release arriving immediately.
With Toxic scheduled to arrive on August 26, Awarapan 2 has a limited window to add a substantial amount to its total. If the current momentum continues, the second weekend could take the film significantly closer to the next major box office milestone.
Disclaimer: Box office figures mentioned in this article are subjective trade estimates compiled from various industry sources. The data is for informative purpose, and total may change as official studio data is updated or as additional international market reports are finalized.
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