EXCLUSIVE: Deepak Mukut eyes Dussehra release for Emraan Hashmi’s Gunmaaster G9; reveals The Bhootnii suffered due to screen-sharing issues: “PVR INOX Pictures distributed Raid 2; it got priority…” After a rocking special appearance in The Ba***ds Of Bollywood (2025), Emraan Hashmi is expected to give fans a treat with Gunmaaster G9, co-starring Genelia Deshmukh and Aparshakti Khurana. The film reunites him with director Aditya Datt after 20 years. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, producer Deepak Mukut opened up on the release plans. Deepak Mukut confessed, “We are looking at releasing in the Dussehra week, on October 16. There’s no other release scheduled for the next three weeks, which would give us an advantage. We are also looking at bringing our film to cinemas on October 9. Drishyam 2 will release on October 2, but that’s okay. Mine is an action masala film, while Drishyam is in a different zone. Our target audience is the youth and those who loved the OG Emraan avatar of the mid-2000s. The youngsters who loved Emraan then are now in their 40s or 50s. That is our audience. At the same time, our film will appeal to the youngsters as well. My son is 20 and even he listens to the old songs of Emraan. ”Deepak Mukut is clear that he wants to be extra careful in choosing the release date after his bad experience last year, “My last film, The Bhootnii, clashed with Raid 2. Since PVR Inox was the distributor of Raid 2, it got priority, while my film... #Emraan_Hashmi #Hashmi #Genelia_Deshmukh #Aparshakti_Khurana #Deepak_Mukut #co-starring_Genelia #Pictures_distributed #Gunmaaster #INOX_Pictures #Mukut_eyes
EXCLUSIVE: Awarapan 2 sparks distributor frenzy; Dharma, Zee Studios, AA Films and others meet Mukesh Bhatt for theatrical rights Awarapan (2007) underperformed at the box office during its theatrical run but went on to achieve cult status over the years, thanks to its unforgettable soundtrack, touching storyline, memorable dramatic and action moments and, of course, Emraan Hashmi in an intense, never-seen-before avatar. As a result, the trade and industry are confident about the prospects of Awarapan 2. Last week, some of the biggest distributors in the Hindi film industry were seen at the Vishesh Films office, keen to acquire the film’s all-India theatrical rights. A trade source told Bollywood Hungama, “You name it and that distributor was seen at the Vishesh Films office last week – be it Zee Studios, Anil Thadani’s AA Films, Pen Marudhar, Jio Studios, Star Studio18, Cinepolis, etc. That’s not all. Dharma Productions, which now has its own distribution arm, also met Mukesh Bhatt. Lastly, Ananya Birla’s Birla Studios plans to not only produce but also distribute films in the future. Their representative also dropped by. ”An industry insider commented, “Ek zamaane mein hota tha that distributors would make a beeline and fiercely try to outdo each other to acquire the rights of a promising film. This episode reminded me of those days. It clearly shows that Awarapan 2 will be a film to watch out for. The first part has tremendous recall value. Memes are already bein... #Zee_Studios #unforgettable_soundtrack #Emraan_Hashmi #Awarapan #Mukesh_Bhatt #touching_storyline #memorable_dramatic #Vishesh_Films #achieve_cult #cult_status
Awarapan 2 locked for August 14, 2026 release; Emraan Hashmi reunites with Vishesh Bhatt Vishesh Bhatt has officially announced the release date of Awarapan 2, confirming that the sequel will arrive in cinemas worldwide on August 14, 2026. The film marks a reunion between Bhatt and Emraan Hashmi, reviving a story that has retained a strong following over the years. The announcement was shared on social media by Bhatt, Hashmi, and Disha Patani, offering a first glimpse into the film’s world while locking in its release date. Positioned as an action drama, Awarapan 2 is described as a story centred on themes of love, loss, and redemption. Speaking about returning to the franchise, Vishesh Bhatt highlighted the scale and emotional core of the project. “Awarapan is an emotion so large that it's meant for the big screen,” he said. He added that while the film features expansive settings and large-scale sequences, it remains rooted in “layered storytelling with powerful characters and rich music. ” Commenting on Hashmi’s involvement, Bhatt said, “Emraan felt the angst of Shivam so deeply that he stepped into character in a heartbeat. ” He also noted that Disha Patani’s addition brings a fresh dynamic to the sequel, saying, “With Disha joining us, the world of the film opened up to new possibilities. ” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vishesh Films (@visheshfilms) The film is directed by Nitin Kakkar and written by Bilal Siddiqui. It is currently in the... #release_date #August #officially_announced #Bhatt #cinemas_worldwide #Emraan_Hashmi #Vishesh_Bhatt #Hashmi_reunites #Bhatt_Vishesh #Hashmi
SCOOP: Awarapan 2 locks Independence Day 2026 release; Emraan Hashmi returns as Shivam The Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani led Awarapan 2 is among the keenly awaited films of 2026. A sequel to Awarapan, the film has been trending on Book My Show and Instagram as the makers had earlier announced an April 3 release. Since the shoot is still pending, we have exclusively learnt that a new release date of Awarapan 2 is locked. Reliable sources confirm that Awarapan 2 is all set to hit the big screen during the Independence Day 2026 weekend. "Awarapan 2 has shaped up well as a musical intense love story with Emraan Hashmi, and Disha Patani. The makers were considering several release dates, and have finally decided on Independence Day weekend," the source told Bollywood Hungama. Awarapan 2 is presently on floors, and the shoot is expected to be wrapped up by the end of April. Following two months of post-production, the makers are all set to bring it during the festive period of Independence Day. For those unaware, Awarapan has gained a cult status over the years, with songs becoming evergreen for the cinema-going audiences. For the sequel too, the makers have recreated two songs from the original album, and they are said to be among the major highlights. Awarapan 2 is directed by Nitin Kakkar. Also Read: REVEALED: Not Emraan Hashmi or Akshay Kumar, this actor plays Bade Sahab in Dhurandhar The Revenge... #Independence_Day #locks_Independence #keenly_awaited #Emraan_Hashmi #Disha_Patani #Awarapan #Hashmi_returns #led_Awarapan #Patani_led #Independence
REVEALED: Not Emraan Hashmi or Akshay Kumar, this actor plays Bade Sahab in Dhurandhar The Revenge The all-time grosser Dhurandhar (2025) ended on a high. Viewers wondered who Bade Sahab is and most importantly, which actor would essay the role of the mysterious figure. In the months that followed, speculations arose that Emraan Hashmi or Akshay Kumar had been signed to play Bade Sahab. It has now come to light that these reports were false and its actor, Danish Iqbal, who essays the said part. Danish Iqbal has previously worked in significant films and shows like Maharani, Aranyak, Faraaz, Aakhri Sach, Bhakshak, Haq, The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case etc. Last week, viewers saw him in the role of K C Majumdar in Prakash Jha's recently released web series, Sankalp. Like Dhurandhar, the political revenge drama was also produced by Jio Studios. Speaking of Dhurandhar The Revenge, it is the sequel to Dhurandhar (2025), which starred Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Sara Arjun and others. It tells the story of an Indian who infiltrates Pakistan and shakes the political and military system. The sequel takes his story forward and also focuses on what his life was like before he entered Pakistan. Yesterday, the music launch of Dhurandhar The Revenge, also the only event for the much-awaited film, took place at Mumbai’s NESCO in the presence of hundreds of fans. Ranveer made a dramatic entry and he told fans, “Thanks to your lo... #Akshay_Kumar #Dhurandhar #Bade_Sahab #Emraan_Hashmi #all-time_grosser #plays_Bade #play_Bade #grosser_Dhurandhar #Danish_Iqbal #Bade
