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
Bobby Deol and Anurag Kashyap's Bandar locks thatrical release on May 22, 2026 One of 2026’s keenly awaited cinematic releases, Bandar, is all set to arrive in cinemas worldwide on May 22, 2026. Headlined by Bobby Deol, the film brings together a formidable creative team led by director Anurag Kashyap and writers Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee. Fresh off his impactful performances in recent years, Bobby Deol takes on the lead in this intense drama that is produced by Nikhil Dwivedi and backed by Zee Studios. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saffron Magicworks (@saffronmagicworks) Bandar is helmed by Anurag Kashyap, celebrated for his bold and uncompromising storytelling, with cult classics like Gangs of Wasseypur and Black Friday standing as testimony to his distinctive cinematic voice. It has been penned by Sudip Sharma and Abhishek Banerjee, the writers behind acclaimed projects such as Pataal Lok, Kohrra and Udta Punjab. Sudip Sharma recently also directed Kohrra 2, which has received rave reviews. Bandar has already created significant international buzz after premiering at the 50th Toronto International Film Festival 2025 in the Special Presentation category. Critics at TIFF hailed it as “hard-hitting, unflinching, and deeply impactful,” firmly establishing it as one of the festival’s most discussed and standout entries. The ensemble cast includes Sanya Malhotra, Raj B Shetty, Jitendra Joshi, Sapna Pabbi, Indrajith Sukumaran, Riddhi Sen, ... #Abhishek_Banerjee #Anurag_Kashyap #Bobby_Deol #Sudip_Sharma #thatrical_release #locks_thatrical #keenly_awaited #cinemas_worldwide #Kashyap_Bandar #Deol
