# Awarapan 2 Runtime Locked: Emraan Hashmi’s Comeback Set to Storm Theatres

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Published: 2026-08-06  
Updated: 2026-08-06  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The wait is almost over. Emraan Hashmi’s much-anticipated *Awarapan 2* has officially been cleared by the censor board, and the excitement around this dark, brooding sequel just hit another gear. With its trailer dropping tomorrow, here’s everything fans need to know.

### The Film Just Got Its Official Certification

*Awarapan 2* received its censor clearance on August 5, earning a UA/16+ certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification. The approved runtime clocks in at 140 minutes and 20 seconds — roughly 2 hours 20 minutes. Interestingly, it’s the only Hindi release between August 14 and September 10 landing a U/A rating, while competing films like Batwara 1947 and Toxic have gone the ‘A’ certificate route.

### Key Details at a Glance

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Runtime | 2 hrs 20 min (140.20 mins) |
| Certificate | UA/16+ |
| Censor Date | August 5, 2026 |
| Trailer Release | August 6, 11:11 AM |
| Theatrical Release | August 14, 2026 |
| Director | Nitin Kakkar |
| Lead Cast | Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, Shabana Azmi |
| Box Office Clash | Batwara 1947 |

### A Star Cast Worth the Hype

Hashmi returns as Shivam, reprising his iconic role from the 2007 original — a film still remembered for launching one of Bollywood’s most stylish revenge-thriller franchises. Directed by Nitin Kakkar (known for *Filmistaan* and *Notebook*), the sequel brings Disha Patani as the female lead, Shabana Azmi in a menacing negative role, and marks the film debut of Paresh Rawal’s son, Aniruddh Rawal.

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Adding to the buzz, Hashmi recently confirmed during an Instagram Live that the original *Awarapan* will get a theatrical re-release — though only after the sequel hits screens first.

### Why This Release Matters

*Awarapan* holds a cult following for its intense storytelling and music, themes rooted in classic film noir traditions that Bollywood has embraced for decades. For fans tracking how the franchise blends emotional depth with thriller elements, [TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in) regularly covers entertainment updates worth following alongside this one.

With a direct box office clash against *Batwara 1947* on August 14, *Awarapan 2* is shaping up to be one of the most watched releases of the season.

### FAQs

### **Q1. What is the runtime of Awarapan 2?**

The film runs for 2 hours 20 minutes (140.20 minutes), as certified by the CBFC.

### **Q2. When does the Awarapan 2 trailer release?**

  
The trailer drops on August 6, 2026, at 11:11 AM