The first song from Awarapan 2 has landed with instant nostalgia, but not the kind the makers would have wanted. Ve Junoon, unveiled as the sequel’s opening musical marker, has triggered online comparisons to the title track of Saiyaara, with a section of listeners calling it a rip-off and tying that disappointment to one recurring sentiment: they miss Mohit Suri’s musical instinct.
That reaction has gained momentum because Awarapan was never just remembered for Emraan Hashmi’s brooding turn. Its soundtrack became part of the film’s cult afterlife. So when the sequel’s first song arrived, fans were listening for emotional continuity as much as melody. Instead, the conversation quickly shifted to whether the new track felt too familiar in the wrong way.
One user wrote, “The first horrible song ‘Ve Junoon’ from Awarapan 2 has been released and it’s straight up a ripoff of ‘Saiyaara Tu Toh’, nowhere even close to the first Awarapan 😭😭. I wasn’t wrong when I said this movie’s only selling point is the ‘Toh Phir Aao’ song from the first part and it has nothing else to offer, Stop ruining classics just to revive your dead career”
Fans Miss Mohit Suri And Finds Song Very Average
The current backlash around Ve Junoon has placed the spotlight on Awarapan 2’s creative transition. Verified film details confirm that the sequel is directed by Nitin Kakkar, not Mohit Suri, who helmed the 2007 original. That distinction is now central to fan discourse, especially as social media reactions frame the song as lacking the musical identity people strongly associate with the franchise.
Trade expert Avishkar wrote, “VE JUNOON from #Awarapan2 …My honest take: Strictly okay. Lacks originality and freshness. Reminds you of SAIYAARA title track. Expectations from the Music of this film are high. Very high. That will make a huge difference. Hope next songs hit the mark.”
Another handle wrote on X, “VE JUNOON from #Awarapan2 is STRICTLY DECENT and not upto the Mark 🥺I was expecting something unbelievable keeping in mind the BUZZ but they disappointed. Seems like we are hearing #Saiyaara Song ! 👎🏻”
Confirmed database listings show that Awarapan 2 stars Emraan Hashmi, Disha Patani, and Shabana Azmi. It is produced by Vishesh Bhatt under Vishesh Films and is scheduled for a theatrical release on August 14, 2026. The film is billed as a Hindi action drama romance thriller, with Shivam returning to the crime world where redemption, love, and sacrifice once again shape his journey.
The song itself is credited to Mithoon, with lyrics by Sayeed Quadri and vocals by Subodhh Sharma. The scrutiny around it has been heightened by the legacy of the first film’s music, which remains one of the strongest reasons Awarapan continues to be revisited nearly two decades later.
Awarapan 2 And Its Film Context
This is a direct sequel to Awarapan, with Emraan Hashmi returning as Shivam. The film has been written by Bilal Siddiqui, with dialogues by Sanjay Masoom. Alongside new cast additions like Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi, the project keeps the emotional architecture of the original alive by bringing back a redemption driven arc.
The premise, as currently listed, follows Shivam as he re-enters the crime world, where deepening relationships and escalating conflict test every choice he makes. That continuity is exactly why the response to Ve Junoon has become larger than a simple song review.
Emraan Hashmi’s Recent And Upcoming Work
Emraan Hashmi’s recent work has moved between streaming and theatrical releases. In 2024, he appeared in Ae Watan Mere Watan in a special appearance and starred in the Disney+ Hotstar series Showtime. In 2025, he featured in Ground Zero.
His confirmed upcoming slate includes Awarapan 2 in 2026 and G2, which is listed in post production. Filmography listings also include Gunmaster G9 and Rooh for 2027. The line-up reflects a packed phase for the actor, with Awarapan 2 carrying the added pressure of reviving one of his most emotionally enduring titles.
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