Emraan Hashmi’s Career-Best Opening: Awarapan 2 Takes the Lead
In a significant milestone for his career, Emraan Hashmi has achieved the biggest opening day of his life with Awarapan 2, a film that has taken the box office by storm with an impressive collection of ₹22.50 crore. This achievement surpasses his previous best, Raaz 3, which had opened at ₹10.19 crore in 2012.
The success of Awarapan 2 is a testament to the enduring popularity of Emraan’s character, Shivam, which has been a fan favorite for years. The film’s strong opening day footfalls have more than doubled the number of Raaz 3, indicating a significant increase in audience interest. This marks a new benchmark for Emraan, solidifying his position as one of the most bankable stars in Bollywood.
Top 5 Biggest Openings by Emraan Hashmi
Here’s a list of Emraan Hashmi’s top five opening day collections in lead roles:
- Awarapan 2 – ₹22.50 crore
- Raaz 3 – ₹10.19 crore
- Jannat 2 – ₹8.17 crore
- Murder 2 – ₹6.95 crore
- Ghanchakkar – ₹6.07 crore
Awarapan 2’s impressive opening has not only set a new record for Emraan but has also put the film in a strong position for the weekend. The film’s success is a result of its engaging storyline, coupled with Emraan’s return to his iconic character.
A Career of Contrasts
While Awarapan 2 is a significant achievement for Emraan, it’s worth noting that he has been a part of several films where he played a second-lead or villainous role. Some of these films, such as Tiger 3, have recorded bigger openings. However, when it comes to films led by Emraan Hashmi, Awarapan 2 stands out as the clear winner.
In our review of Awarapan 2, we wrote:
“Awarapan 2 is a superhit fan-favourite saga that returns with a fresh storyline, familiar emotional beats, and a traditional setup. Emraan Hashmi is back with one of his most loved roles, showing once again why Shivam remains such a fan-favourite character. Alongside him, we have Disha Patani this time, but the soul, madness, and emotional connect of Awarapan remain intact.”
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