Awarapan 2 teaser released on 19th anniversary

The teaser for the long-awaited sequel "Awarapan 2," starring Emraan Hashmi, was unveiled on Monday, June 29, 2026, marking the 19th anniversary of the original film's release. The first glimpse promises a return to the emotional world of the 2007 cult classic while introducing new conflicts and characters.

Emraan Hashmi reprises his iconic role as Shivam Pandit, a character who, despite having died at the end of the first film, is shown grappling with grief and searching for purpose. The teaser opens with Shivam visiting the grave of Aaliyah, the character he saved from trafficking in the original movie. It features intense action sequences, a rugged new look for Hashmi, and brief glimpses of co-stars Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi. A reimagined version of the beloved song "Toh Phir Aao" from the first film's soundtrack plays throughout the teaser.

Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt under Vishesh Films, the sequel is described as a music-driven action drama. The promotional strategy includes a month-long campaign leading up to the theatrical release, which is scheduled for August 14, 2026.

The original "Awarapan," directed by Mohit Suri and released in 2007,...