Writer Bilal Siddiqi reveals that Awarapan 2 diverges from traditional love stories, emphasizing Disha Patani's character as a symbol of redemption and second chances.
'Awarapan 2' is a gangster drama
Aug 23, 2026
05:53 pm
What's the storyBilal Siddiqi, the writer of Awarapan 2, has clarified that the film was never intended to be a love story.
The sequel to Emraan Hashmi's cult classic Awarapan, Awarapan 2 is a gangster drama and follows a rescue mission rather than conventional romance.
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