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Awarapan 2 Release Pushed to May–June 2026 After Emraan Hashmi Injury

Producer Mukesh Bhatt cites the star’s on-set accident as the reason for the change.

Overview

  • Bhatt rejects talk that the delay is to avoid clashes with Dhurandhar 2 or Yash’s Toxic.
  • Hashmi underwent surgery and has been advised to avoid action work for 45 days.
  • Roughly 20 days of filming remain, including key action sequences planned in Malaysia after his recovery.
  • The sequel pairs Hashmi with director Nitin Kakkar and writer Bilal Siddiqui, with production by Mukesh Bhatt.
  • Hashmi says the team is being careful to meet the expectations of fans who regard the 2007 original as a cult favorite.