Emraan Hashmi’s Awarapan 2 hit theaters on August 14, and the internet wasted no time weighing in. Directed by Nitin Kakkar, the sequel to the 2007 cult classic is splitting opinion — but there’s one thing almost everyone agrees on: Emraan Hashmi still owns this role.
From nostalgic praise to sharp criticism of the villain and screenplay, here’s a quick roundup of what real audience reactions are saying before you book your tickets.
What Awarapan 2 Twitter Is Saying
| Reaction Theme | What Viewers Said | Rating Given |
|---|---|---|
| Sincere but predictable | Praised Hashmi’s return as Shivam Pandit and the music, but felt the story played it safe | 3/5 |
| Strong lead, weak support | Called Hashmi’s performance flawless, but felt Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi deserved meatier material; villain came off unintentionally funny | Not specified |
| Mixed but positive | Praised the twists, called the climax “mind-blowing,” wanted punchier dialogues, recommended a theatrical watch | 3.5/5 |
| Disappointed | Said Hashmi was the only standout; found the villain weak and the music forgettable | 2.5/5 |
The Story So Far
Awarapan 2 picks up years after the original, following Shivam Pandit as he quietly raises an abandoned girl he names Aaliyah — after his first love. When she’s kidnapped by a syndicate following her foster parents’ deaths, Shivam is pulled back into the underworld, traveling to Bangkok and infiltrating a gang led by Zorawar, whose sister Zara becomes entangled in his life.
Should You Watch It?
The consensus is clear: go for Emraan Hashmi, stay for the nostalgia, but temper expectations on the screenplay and villain. For more Twitter reactions and reviews before you book tickets, check out TechnoSports.
To revisit the franchise’s roots, see the Wikipedia page for Awarapan.
