Jannat director Kunal Deshmukh on Emraan Hashmis Awarapan 2 success

Among the most vocal is director Kunal Deshmukh, who has collaborated with Emraan on memorable films such as Jannat, Jannat 2, Tum Mile and Raja Natwarlal. Having directed him in four of his five films, the director described this success as long overdue.

In the 2000s, Emraan established a distinct screen identity through intense romantic dramas and crime thrillers, backed by memorable music and morally conflicted characters. Awarapan 2 brings some of that identity back while presenting him as a mature action star.

What Happened

Its success shows that a star whose peak was almost two decades ago can rebuild his theatrical relevance without needing to become a different actor. Kunal gives the credit to Emraan for believing in himself and staying true to what his fans.

• The Maddock Films production is eyeing an early 2027 release in theatres.

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• Looking ahead, Kunal is keen to reunite with Emraan again and promises, “Whatever the film is, it will be special.” For now, however, the director is busy with the post-production of his upcoming musical.

Key Details

He made it happen; it was his brainchild and his belief that people want to see him in this avatar, even though the first one hadn’t made as much money.

• A big reason behind this film’s success has been how he has fathered it.

What Reports Say

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