# Awarapan 2 Opens Strongly, Emraan Hashmi Hints at Part 3 2026-08-15T09:50:49+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 2 independent outlets Awarapan 2, starring Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, opened in theatres on August 14, 2026. Koimoi reports a net India collection of Rs. 23.40 crore on day one, while The Times of India reports Rs. 22 crore. Both reports say the sequel surpassed the original Awarapan’s lifetime collection of Rs. 7.75 crore. The film also stars Shabana Azmi and is directed by Nitin Kakkar. During a promotional visit to a Mumbai theatre, Hashmi thanked audiences and said, “Hopefully, Awarapan 3 will be very soon.” No third film has been officially announced. Awarapan 2 is expected to stream on Amazon Prime Video after its theatrical run, though its digital premiere date is yet to be confirmed. ## Coverage - timesofindia.indiatimes.com - koimoi.com - timesofindia.indiatimes.com Tags: Awarapan, Awarapan 2, Disha Patani, Emraan Hashmi, Shabana Azmi Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/awarapan-2-opens-to-rs-23-40-crore-hashmi-teases-third-film/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/awarapan-2-opens-to-rs-23-40-crore-hashmi-teases-third-film/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.