Emraan Hashmi has delivered one of the biggest box office successes of his career with Awarapan 2. The sequel, which released on August 14, 2026, has crossed the ₹100 crore mark worldwide in just three days. By the end of its opening weekend, the film’s global collection reached ₹110.10 crore, making it Emraan Hashmi’s highest-grossing solo film of all time.
The film opened on Independence Day and benefited from the extended holiday weekend. It faced a box office clash with Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947, but Awarapan 2 emerged as the clear winner, leaving its competitor far behind.
Awarapan 2 Day 3 Box Office Collection in India
On its third day, which was the first Sunday, Awarapan 2 earned ₹26 crore net in India, according to trade tracker Sacnilk. The film played across 9,403 shows on Sunday. This collection brought the film’s total India net collection to ₹81.75 crore and its India gross collection to ₹98.10 crore.
The Sunday collection saw a 23% drop from Saturday’s ₹33.75 crore net collection. However, it still remained higher than the opening day collection of ₹22 crore. The film had witnessed a 53.4% jump on Saturday, which was its second day.
| Day | Net Collection (India) |
|---|---|
| Day 1 (Friday) | ₹22.00 crore |
| Day 2 (Saturday) | ₹33.75 crore |
| Day 3 (Sunday) | ₹26.00 crore |
| Total | ₹81.75 crore |
Strong Overseas Performance
Awarapan 2 also performed well in international markets. On Day 3, the film earned ₹4 crore from overseas circuits. This took the total overseas gross for the opening weekend to ₹12 crore.
When combined with the India gross collection of ₹98.10 crore, the worldwide gross collection reached ₹110.10 crore in just three days. The film crossed the ₹100 crore mark globally on its third day itself.
Awarapan 2 Surpasses the Original Film
The performance of Awarapan 2 becomes even more impressive when compared with the original Awarapan, which released in 2007. The first film had a lifetime worldwide collection of only around ₹13 crore. It was considered a box office failure during its initial run.
However, over the years, the original film developed a loyal fan base and became a cult favourite. Awarapan 2 surpassed the original film’s lifetime collection on its opening day itself. This shows how the nostalgia and love for the first film translated into strong box office numbers for the sequel.
Awarapan 2 Dominates Box Office Clash with Batwara 1947
Awarapan 2 released alongside Sunny Deol’s Batwara 1947, and the two films clashed at the box office. The gap between the two films became clear from the first day itself.
On Day 3, Batwara 1947 earned only ₹7.25 crore net in India, marking a 46.3% drop from its Saturday collection. The film’s total India net collection stood at ₹26.50 crore, and its worldwide gross collection was ₹37.11 crore.
In comparison, Awarapan 2 earned ₹18.75 crore more than Batwara 1947 on Day 3 alone. The Emraan Hashmi starrer maintained a significant lead throughout the opening weekend.
Producer Vishesh Bhatt spoke about the box office clash in an interview with Zoom. He said both films have different stories and belong to different genres. He added that the box office has enough space for audiences to watch different types of movies.
Awarapan 2 Cast and Crew
Awarapan 2 is directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt and Mukesh Bhatt under the Vishesh Films banner. The film marks Emraan Hashmi’s return as Shivam Pandit, the character he first played in the 2007 original.
The film also features Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi in important roles. The supporting cast includes Puran Gabbi, Anirudh Rawal, Surendar Vicky, Vijayant Kohli and Atul Kumar. Puran Gabbi plays the antagonist in the film.
The film is written by Bilal Siddiqui, Vishesh Bhatt, and Sanjay Masoom. It has received a U/A certificate from the CBFC.
Awarapan 2 Budget and Box Office Success
The film is reportedly made on a budget of around ₹45 crore. With its opening weekend collection of ₹110.10 crore worldwide, the film has already earned more than twice its budget.
This opening weekend performance has made Awarapan 2 Emraan Hashmi’s biggest solo launch and highest-grossing solo film of all time. The film has also become the 8th highest grosser of Hindi cinema in 2026.
Early Monday Collections
The film continued its strong run on Monday as well. According to Sacnilk, Awarapan 2 added ₹0.05 crore net from early Monday screenings. This pushed the film’s total domestic gross to ₹98.16 crore and net to ₹81.80 crore.
The Monday numbers will be crucial in determining how the film performs during the weekdays. However, with a strong opening weekend and positive word of mouth, the film is expected to maintain its momentum.
What Makes Awarapan 2 a Success?
Several factors have contributed to the success of Awarapan 2. The nostalgia associated with the original film played a major role in attracting audiences. The return of Emraan Hashmi as Shivam Pandit after nearly two decades created significant buzz among fans.
The film also benefited from the Independence Day holiday, which gave it an extended weekend. Strong advance bookings and positive reviews further helped the film’s box office performance.
News18 gave the film 3 stars and praised Emraan Hashmi’s performance. The review noted that Hashmi does not try to recreate the younger Shivam from 2007. Instead, he plays him as a man who has lived with his pain for nearly two decades.
The music of the film, including the popular track “Toh Phir Aao,” added a strong nostalgic element that connected with audiences.
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Awarapan 2 Release Information
Awarapan 2 released in theatres on August 14, 2026. The film is currently running in theatres across India and in international markets. It is available in multiple languages for global audiences.
For viewers in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, and India, the film is screening in major cinema chains. International audiences can check local listings for showtimes in their region.
The film has received a positive response from both critics and audiences. With its strong opening weekend, Awarapan 2 has established a solid foundation for its theatrical run.
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