Emraan Hashmi kind of cleared the air about the theatrical re-release of his 2007 cult favorite Awarapan, an end to the whole ongoing speculation about when it’s actually coming out. During an Instagram live session, the actor spoke on the reports that said the original film would return to theatres on July 31, before the sequel. He mentioned that the makers have a different plan, where Awarapan 2 will hit the theatres first on August 14.
Emraan Hashmi Confirms Awarapan Re-release Plan After Awarapan 2 Theatrical Debut
The reason for this special release strategy, Emraan Hashmi explained, was to reach out to both the old-timers and the new-timers. They will go back to the original movie with new memories and a stronger bond with the movie. The plan is also targeting younger watchers, particularly members of Generation Z, which may have no memory of the 2007 movie. Following Awarapan 2, they can find the original as the starting of Shivam’s story and enjoy the original as a separate movie.
Awarapan 2 Expected To Introduce Shivam Pandit’s Story to a New Generation Of Viewers
Once the younger generation connects with Awarapan 2, the re-release of the 2007 original will give them a chance to dig into Shivam’s backstory and understand his journey in a new way. Rather than leaning only on nostalgia, the makers want to spark curiosity in fresh viewers so they’ll actually go back and discover the story that forged the character. Emraan Hashmi also said that this will let both longtime fans and new audiences enjoy the franchise from a different angle. By clearing up the confusion around the July re-release reports, and then planning the original film’s return after the sequel, the team is hoping to create a better viewing experience that links the past with what’s happening now.
