Awarapan 2 teaser review: Emraan Hashmi is back after 19 years as Shivam Pandit with Disha Patani. Netizens scream, 'can't wait to watch'

Nineteen years after Awarapan earned cult status among Bollywood fans, Emraan Hashmi is finally returning as Shivam Pandit. The makers unveiled the teaser of Awarapan 2 on June 29, giving audiences their first glimpse of the sequel. Packed with action, emotion and nostalgia, the teaser has already sparked excitement online, with many fans saying they cannot wait to see Emraan reprise one of his most-loved characters on the big screen.

Released to mark 19 years of the original film, the teaser promises a darker and more intense chapter in Shivam's story. Along with Emraan Hashmi, the sequel introduces Disha Patani in a mysterious role and veteran actor Shabana Azmi as the film's powerful antagonist, Nafisa. Within hours of its release, social media was flooded with reactions praising the teaser's emotional tone, action sequences and the return of the franchise's iconic music.

Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam Pandit

The teaser opens with Shivam Pandit thinking about the painful memories from his past before stepping into another dangerous battle. Emraan Hashmi is seen in a rugged avatar, taking on gangsters in intense hand-to-hand combat while figuring out what appears to be another emotionally charged journey.




One of the teaser's biggest highlights comes in the closing moments when Shivam says, "Is baar ya to ye Awarapan khatam hoga ya main," hinting that this mission could be his most personal and dangerous one yet.

While the teaser keeps most of the plot under wraps, it offers glimpses of a larger gangster world than the first film. Disha Patani appears briefly, playing the violin in one sequence, leaving fans curious about her role in the story. Shabana Azmi also makes a striking appearance as Nafisa, suggesting she will be the central force opposing Shivam.

Earlier, producer Vishesh Bhatt introduced Shabana Azmi's character, saying Nafisa could only have been portrayed by her. According to Bhatt, the veteran actor brings a unique sense of authority, power and screen presence that perfectly suits the role.

Fans call it the return of the 'OG Emraan Hashmi'

One of the biggest talking points from the teaser has been the return of the iconic song Toh Phir Aao. The familiar tune instantly reminded fans of the original Awarapan, with many saying the music brought back memories from 2007.

Social media users were quick to praise the teaser. One fan wrote that Awarapan 2 looked "absolutely fantastic" and predicted a strong opening at the box office. Another called it the return of the "OG Emraan Hashmi," while several others said they had already added the film to their must-watch list. Many viewers also gave the teaser top ratings, saying it successfully captured the emotional atmosphere that made the original film so memorable.

The combination of nostalgia, action and music appears to have worked in the teaser's favour, especially among longtime fans of Emraan Hashmi and the original film.

What to expect from Awarapan 2

Directed by Nitin Kakkar and written by Bilal Siddiqui, Awarapan 2 aims to expand the world introduced in the 2007 film while staying true to its emotional core. The sequel promises a mix of revenge, action and personal conflict, with high-stakes confrontations forming the heart of the story.

Music is expected to remain one of the film's biggest strengths. Mithoon and lyricist Sayeed Quadri are returning to recreate beloved songs like Toh Phir Aao and Tera Mera Rishta, while also introducing fresh tracks for the sequel.

The film has been produced by Vishesh Bhatt, with portions reportedly shot in Bangkok and Rajasthan under tight security to maintain secrecy around the storyline. A month-long promotional campaign is expected to include music launches and additional promotional material ahead of the theatrical release.

Awarapan 2 is scheduled to hit cinemas worldwide on August 14, 2026. Stay tuned!