New Delhi, 17 August (H.S.): Emraan Hashmi’s much-awaited film ‘Awarapan 2’ is winning over audiences in theatres while maintaining a strong run at the box office. Directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt, the action thriller opened on a strong note with a double-digit collection on its first day. The film stars Emraan Hashmi alongside Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi in key roles.

According to early estimates from Sacnilk, the film recorded a net collection of Rs 22 crore on its opening day. Its earnings witnessed a substantial surge on the second day, with the film collecting Rs 33.75 crore on Saturday. On Sunday, the third day, ‘Awarapan 2’ earned approximately Rs 26 crore. With this, the film’s three-day domestic net collection has reached Rs 81.75 crore.

Although the film witnessed a marginal decline in collections on the third day compared with the second day, its overall performance has put it on course to enter the Rs 100-crore club soon.

The film has also delivered an encouraging performance in overseas markets. After collecting around Rs 4 crore internationally on its third day, its overseas earnings have reached Rs 12 crore.

The sequel to Emraan Hashmi’s 2007 film ‘Awarapan’ has been receiving a positive response from audiences. Following the film’s strong performance, the makers have also announced a third instalment, signalling plans to take forward Shivam Pandit’s story.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar