Awarapan to hit theaters again ahead of sequel, faces Spider-Man competition

Emraan Hashmi’s film Awarapan is expected to return to cinemas on July 31, 2026, as a lead-up to the release of Awarapan 2. Reports suggest the production team wants to leverage the movie's enduring popularity, strong emotional connection, and hit music. Should the release proceed as scheduled, it will go head-to-head with Spider-Man: Brand New Day.