‘Ve Junoon’: Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Awarapan 2’ Track Bridges the Gap Between Shriya Saran and Disha Patani; Fans Say ‘Repeat Pe Sunoge’ (Watch Video)
The first track from 'Awarapan 2', 'Ve Junoon'. has officially launched, bringing back Emraan Hashmi’s iconic character, Shivam Pandit, alongside a fresh storyline featuring Disha Patani. Composed by Mithoon and written by Sayeed Quadri, the soulful melody has triggered a massive wave of nostalgia among fans who praise its classic aesthetic.
Vishesh Films has officially launched the musical campaign for its highly anticipated sequel, Awarapan 2, with the release of its first track, "Ve Junoon". Coming nearly two decades after the 2007 cult original, the song marks the return of Emraan Hashmi’s iconic character, Shivam Pandit. The haunting melody introduces a new chapter in the protagonist's grief-stricken life while honouring the emotional legacy of the franchise. ‘Awarapan 2’ Teaser Reactions: Netizens Go Wild as Emraan Hashmi Reprises Shivam Pandit, Disha Patani Joins Romantic Thriller Sequel (Watch Video).
‘Awarapan 2’ Song ‘Ve Junoon’ Out
The newly released track, "Ve Junoon", is composed by Mithoon, with lyrics penned by veteran songwriter Sayeed Quadri, the same writer behind the original film's hit tracks like "Tera Mera Rishta" and "Toh Phir Aao". The soulful song features vocals by newcomer Subodhh Sharma, whose voice was discovered on social media by the film's producers. In the music video, viewers are pulled back into the dark, melancholic world of Shivam Pandit (Emraan Hashmi).
The visuals show a heavily scarred and brooding Shivam drowning his grief in alcohol, deeply haunted by the memories of his late partner, Aaliyah (originally played by Shriya Saran).
However, the video shifts focus to introduce a new character played by Disha Patani. Her entrance via a poignant cello performance captures Shivam's attention, teasing the beginning of a fresh, complicated emotional journey as the lyrics question his readiness to love again.
Watch the Music Video of ‘Awarapan 2’ Song ‘Ve Junoon’:
Fans React to ‘Awarapan 2’ Song ‘Ve Junoon’
The song’s release immediately triggered a wave of nostalgia across social media, with fans praising the production team for maintaining the franchise's signature melancholic aesthetic. Many listeners pointed out that the track captured the exact sonic identity that made the first film a classic.
"Akha Bollywood ek taraf, Emraan Hashmi ki playlist ek taraf," wrote one user, celebrating the actor's long-standing reputation for having chart-topping music in his films. Other fans expressed relief that the sequel's album appears to be leaning into raw emotional depth rather than fast-paced commercial trends. Who Is Nitin Kakkar? All About Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Awarapan 2’ Director.
‘Awarapan 2’ Song ‘Ve Junoon’ Wins Hearts
More About ‘Awarapan 2’
is directed by Nitin Kakkar and produced by Vishesh Bhatt under the Vishesh Films banner. The romantic action-thriller is slated for a theatrical release on August 14, 2026, aligning with India's Independence Day weekend. Alongside Hashmi and Patani, the film features a notable supporting cast including veteran actress Shabana Azmi, Suvinder Vicky, and Atul Kumar. While the original 2007 film followed a gangster's journey toward redemption after a tragic loss, the sequel is set to explore Shivam's psychological battle to move past his trauma amid a dangerous new reality.
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