Emraan Hashmi starrer ‘Awarapan 2’ wraps shoot, set for summer release

Emraan Hashmi has completed shooting for the upcoming romantic-thriller “Awarapan 2”, co-starring Disha Patani, with the film scheduled for a theatrical release on August 14.

Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt, the sequel marks Emraan Hashmi’s return to one of his most popular on-screen characters, Shivam, originally portrayed in the 2007 film Awarapan directed by Mohit Suri.

According to a press statement, the film was shot across multiple locations, including Rajasthan and several scenic destinations in South East Asia.

The diverse backdrops are expected to add a strong visual layer to the narrative, which blends romance with high-stakes thriller elements.

Alongside Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, the film also features veteran actress Shabana Azmi in a pivotal role, further strengthening the ensemble cast.

Production on the project had faced a brief delay after Emraan Hashmi sustained an injury while filming action sequences.

However, the schedule was later resumed, and the team has now successfully wrapped up the shoot.

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