# Awarapan 2 releases, poster accused of copying Homeland

2026-08-14T07:54:32+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk

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Emraan Hashmi's Awarapan 2 hit theatres on August 14 amid strong buzz. The film faces controversy after social media users accused its poster of copying the US series Homeland. A Reddit post pointed out similarities in composition, colour palette, and the protagonist amid a crowd of religious figures. Times Now reports the allegation has gone viral. Meanwhile, the Assam Tribune gives the film 4 stars, praising the emotional sequel that expands the original's story. Director Nitin Kakkar and writer Vishesh Bhatt craft a larger crime thriller while retaining the franchise's musical DNA. Critics highlight Hashmi's performance and the reimagined soundtrack.

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- timesnownews.com <https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/emraan-hashmis-awarapan-2-post-copied-from-homeland-internet-reacts-article-155611045>
- assamtribune.com <https://assamtribune.com/entertainment/awarapan-2-movie-review-emraan-hashmi-returns-with-rage-and-soul-1615649>

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