Emraan Hashmi Reflects on 19 Years of Awarapan, Says Shivam Has Stayed With Him as Sequel Builds Buzz
Actor Emraan Hashmi took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he celebrated 19 years of his acclaimed film Awarapan. Expressing gratitude for the immense love the film has continued to receive over the years, the actor shared that the character of Shivam has remained a part of him long after the movie`s release.
Actor Emraan Hashmi took a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he celebrated 19 years of his acclaimed film Awarapan. Expressing gratitude for the immense love the film has continued to receive over the years, the actor shared that the character of Shivam has remained a part of him long after the movie`s release.
In his note, Emraan wrote that Awarapan has always been more than just a film for him. He said he has carried Shivam with him for the past 19 years and thanked audiences for embracing the character with such warmth. The actor also expressed his happiness at seeing the Awarapanfanbase continue to grow over the years.
His emotional post comes just days after the makers unveiled the first teaser of Awarapan 2 on June 29, coinciding with the 19th anniversary of the original film. The teaser revisits the emotional journey of Shivam Pandit, who continues to grapple with grief while searching for hope and purpose. Adding to the nostalgia, it also features a refreshed version of the beloved song Toh Phir Aao 2.0, composed by Mithoon with lyrics by Sayeed Qadri.
The sequel boasts an ensemble cast including Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi, Surendar Vicky, Vijayant Kohli and Atul Kumar alongside Emraan Hashmi. Produced by Vishesh Bhatt, directed by Nitin Kakkar and written by Bilal Siddiqui, Awarapan 2 is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on August 14, 2026.
Released in 2007, the original Awarapan was directed by Mohit Suri and produced by Mukesh Bhatt under the Vishesh Films banner. The film starred Emraan Hashmi, Shriya Saran, Mrinalini Sharma, Ashutosh Rana and Purab Kohli. Over the years, it has earned cult status, with its memorable soundtrack by Pritam and lyrics by Sayeed Qadri delivering timeless hits such as Toh Phir Aao, Tera Mera Rishta, Maula Maula, Juda Hoke Bhi and Mahiya.