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Awarapan 2 Box Office Collection Day 1: Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani Starer movie Awarapan 2 has delivered a much bigger opening than many expected at the Indian box office.
Starring Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi, the Nitin Kakkar-directed film collected a reported ₹23.40 crore net in India on its opening day. The film released in theatres on August 14, 2026, ahead of the Independence Day holiday.
The opening is particularly impressive because the original Awarapan, released in 2007, was not a major theatrical success at the time. Over the years, however, the film developed a strong cult following, especially among Emraan Hashmi fans.
Now, almost two decades later, that nostalgia appears to have played a major role in bringing audiences back to theatres.
Awarapan 2 Day 1 Collection
| Day | Net Collection in India |
|---|---|
| Day 1 Friday | ₹23.40 crore |
| Total | ₹23.40 crore |
Figures are reported/estimated and may be revised as final box-office data is updated.
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Awarapan 2 Earns 200% More Than the Original Film’s Lifetime Collection
One of the most interesting facts of the opening is the comparison with the original.
Awarapan reportedly finished its entire theatrical run with around ₹7.75 crore. In contrast, Awarapan 2 has collected ₹23.40 crore in just one day.
That means the sequel’s first-day collection is roughly 201% higher than the original film’s entire lifetime collection.
This is quite a improvement for a franchise that was not originally considered a major box-office success.
The difference also highlights how audience interest can change over time. While Awarapan struggled commercially in 2007, it later became a favourite among fans of Emraan Hashmi and emotional crime dramas.
3 Major Records Created By Awarapan 2
The ₹23.40 crore opening has given Awarapan 2 more than just a strong start. The film has reportedly achieved three important milestones.
- Emraan Hashmi’s Biggest Solo Opener: Awarapan 2 has become Emraan Hashmi’s biggest solo opener, earning ₹23.40 crore on Day 1 and comfortably beating Raaz 3’s ₹10.47 crore opening. After more than two decades in Bollywood, the strong start proves Emraan still has a loyal audience.
- Biggest Opening Day for a Romantic Drama in Bollywood: Awarapan 2 has reportedly become the biggest opening-day romantic film, surpassing Saiyaara’s ₹22 crore with ₹23.40 crore. Its mix of romance, action and thriller makes the achievement even more impressive.
- Third Biggest Bollywood Opening of 2026: With ₹23.40 crore, Awarapan 2 is currently reported to be the third-highest Bollywood opener of the year, behind Dhurandhar 2 and Border 2.
Why Did Awarapan 2 Open So Strongly?
There are several reasons behind the film’s impressive start.
- Emraan Hashmi’s Return as Shivam Pandit: Emraan Hashmi’s return as Shivam Pandit has brought back the nostalgia and loyal fanbase of the original Awarapan.
- Nostalgia Factor: The original Awarapan’s memorable songs, emotional story and Shivam Pandit have created strong nostalgia, boosting interest in the sequel.
- Strong Music Recall: The sequel’s emotional music has added to the Awarapan nostalgia and boosted audience interest.
- Independence Day Weekend: Released just before Independence Day, Awarapan 2 benefited from the holiday boost and an extended opening weekend.
Awarapan 2 Budget and Box Office Recovery
The film is reportedly made on a budget of around ₹45 crore.
With ₹23.40 crore net collected in India on Day 1, the movie has already made a substantial start towards recovering its investment. Around 52% of the reported budget had been recovered based on its opening-day performance.
However, it is important to remember that box-office collection is not the same as profit. A film’s final financial result also depends on distribution costs, theatrical revenue sharing, satellite rights, digital rights and other revenue streams.
Final Verdict
Awarapan 2 has made an excellent start at the box office.
With a reported ₹23.40 crore net opening in India, the Emraan Hashmi-led sequel has already surpassed the original Awarapan‘s lifetime theatrical collection and set three major opening-day records.
More importantly, the result shows that a film released nearly two decades after its original can still create excitement when nostalgia, music and a popular character come together.
The next big question is simple: Can Awarapan 2 maintain this momentum and cross the ₹50 crore mark quickly? The weekend numbers should provide the answer.
Kashif Rahman is an entertainment-focused blogger creating engaging content on movies, web series, trending stories, and digital entertainment.