Imran Hashmi is known for numerous iconic roles that audiences still remember. Among his most memorable characters is Shivam from the film 'Avarapan'. Although the film was not a commercial success, the pain Imran conveyed in the role of Shivam was perceived by the public as sincere, making 'Avarapan' a cult classic. The sequel to this film is now being prepared.
The film 'Avarapan 2' will soon be released in theaters, and Imran Hashmi returns as Shivam. However, the cast around him has changed. Disha Patani and Shabana Azmi will star in the film. Villains such as Puran Gabbi, Suvinder Vicky, and Vijayant Kohli will give the story of Imran's character a new twist.
The financial terms of Imran Hashmi's, Disha Patani's, and Shabana Azmi's participation in 'Avarapan 2' have been disclosed. According to available data, Imran received a significant sum as a fee for returning to this cult picture. According to News 18, he received 12 crore rupees for 'Avarapan 2', which is ten times more than the fee for the original 'Avarapan', released 19 years ago.
Disha Patani was paid 5 crore rupees. Shabana Azmi, invited for an important role in 'Avarapan 2', received a fee ranging from 2 to 5 crore rupees. The total budget of the film is estimated at 25–30 crore rupees. Nevertheless, these figures cannot be confirmed as producers Mukesh Bhatt and Special Bhatt have made no statements on the matter.
Expectations for the film 'Avarapan 2' featuring Imran Hashmi have been rather low. The teasers, trailers, and musical score of the film have not generated much response from the public. It is yet unknown how strong the effect achieved in the first part will be in the sequel. However, it remains an open question whether Imran's film can achieve a strong start at the box office on its first day.
