Awarapan (2007) poster

Awarapan (2007)

29 June 20072h 4mHindiIndia
7.0/10TMDB · 59 votes

DirectorMohit Suri

StarringEmraan Hashmi, Shriya Saran, Mrinalini Sharma, Salil Acharya

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Best for: Fans of Hindi crime dramas and Emraan Hashmi looking for a gritty, character-driven story.

Where to watch Awarapan online in India

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Awarapan Collection: all movies in order

  1. Awarapan (29 June 2007) · this movie
  2. Awarapan 2 (14 August 2026)

Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Awarapan Collection.

Awarapan story (no spoilers)

Shivam Pandit is a loyal henchman working for his boss, Raja D. Malik. When Raja orders Shivam to keep an eye on his mistress, Shivam follows the command. But trouble begins when Shivam refuses to kill her, putting him at odds with the man he serves. Set against a crime backdrop, the story explores loyalty, love and the cost of defiance, with action and drama driving the conflict.

Should you watch Awarapan?

Watch it for

  • Emraan Hashmi plays Shivam Pandit, a henchman whose refusal to kill his boss's mistress drives the story.
  • Director Mohit Suri blends action, crime and drama in a 124-minute runtime.
  • The cast includes Shriya Saran as Aaliyah, Purab Kohli as Munna Malik and Ashutosh Rana as Bharat Daulat Malik.
  • Pritam Chakraborty's music sets the tone for this 2007 release, the first in the Awarapan Collection.

Skip it if

  • You prefer films with a lighter tone; this one is a UA-certified crime drama with action.
  • You are looking for a family-friendly watch; the genre and certificate suggest mature themes.
  • You want a fast-paced thriller; the 124-minute runtime includes dramatic stretches.

Awarapan cast

Emraan HashmiEmraan Hashmias Shivam PanditShriya SaranShriya Saranas Aaliyah
Mrinalini SharmaMrinalini Sharmaas Reema
Salil AcharyaSalil Acharyaas Ronnie Malik
Purab KohliPurab Kohlias Munna Malik
Ashish VidhyarthiAshish Vidhyarthias Raja D. Malik
Ashutosh RanaAshutosh Ranaas Bharat Daulat Malik
Rehan KhanRehan Khanas Bilal
Atul ParchureAtul Parchureas Siddharth Sood
Shaad RandhawaShaad Randhawaas Kabir

Awarapan movie details

DirectorMohit Suri
WriterShagufta Rafique
MusicPritam Chakraborty
CinematographyRaaj Chakravarti
ProducerMukesh Bhatt, Mahesh Bhatt
Release date29 June 2007
Runtime2h 4m (124 minutes)
Original languageHindi
Country of originIndia
Languages spoken in the filmHindi
Original titleआवारापन
Certificate (India)UA
Budget$6.0 million (approx.)

Parental guide: is Awarapan family friendly?

ViolenceModerate
LanguageMild
Sexual contentMild
Family viewingNot ideal

This is a general guide based on the UA certificate and crime genre; parental discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

Awarapan official trailer

Our verdict

Awarapan is a solid crime drama from 2007, powered by Emraan Hashmi's performance and Mohit Suri's direction. The story of a henchman who refuses to kill his boss's mistress offers tension and drama, though the 124-minute runtime may feel long for some. It's a worthwhile watch for fans of the genre.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Awarapan online in India?

Awarapan is available for streaming in India on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

When was Awarapan released?

Awarapan was released in India on 29 June 2007.

Who is in the cast of Awarapan?

The cast includes Emraan Hashmi as Shivam Pandit, Shriya Saran as Aaliyah, Mrinalini Sharma as Reema, Salil Acharya as Ronnie Malik, Purab Kohli as Munna Malik, Ashish Vidhyarthi as Raja D. Malik, Ashutosh Rana as Bharat Daulat Malik and Rehan Khan as Bilal.

Who directed Awarapan?

Awarapan was directed by Mohit Suri.

What is the runtime and certificate of Awarapan?

Awarapan has a runtime of 124 minutes and is certified UA in India.

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