Awarapan 2 Trailer Debuts, Emraan Hashmi Returns as Shivam

The official trailer for "Awarapan 2," the long-awaited sequel to the 2007 cult classic, was released on Thursday, August 6, 2026, heralding the return of actor Emraan Hashmi to his iconic role of Shivam Pandit. The film, directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Films, is scheduled for a global theatrical release on August 14, 2026.

The nearly three-minute trailer depicts a darker, vengeance-driven narrative centered on an older and more battle-worn Shivam Pandit. According to the official synopsis, the story follows Shivam after his resurrection at a Buddhist monastery as he struggles to reconcile redemption, love, and a return to the criminal underworld. The promotional material emphasizes a shift from the original film's themes of love and sacrifice, with the tagline stating, "You have felt his PAIN. Now feel his RAGE."

The sequel introduces Disha Patani in an action-heavy role as Zara, while veteran actor Shabana Azmi portrays the antagonist, Nafisa. The supporting cast includes Puran Gabbi, Anirudh Rawal, Suvinder Vicky, Vijayant Kohli, and Atul Kumar. The trailer showcases intense action sequences, gunfights, and emotional confrontations, intercut with romantic...