Awarapan singer Mustafa Zahid said he has carried the songs with him for 19 years, performing them at concerts across citiesHe also opened up about his approach when he was contacted about his songs being part of the sequel (Awarapan 2).
Published: August 20, 2026, 9:17 PM IST
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Pakistani singer Mustafa Zahid has reacted to the release of Awarapan 2, nearly two decades after his music and voice became a major part of the original AwarapanThe Pakistani singer-composer, whose songs Toh Phir Aao and Tera Mera Rishta became hugely popular after the 2007 film, shared an emotional post after watching the sequel in a theatreMustafa took to Instagram on Thursday and shared a picture of himself posing next to the Awarapan 2 posterHe also posted a video of himself watching the film as the opening credits played, featuring his voice and scenes of Emraan Hashmi and Shriya Saran“Nearly two decades ago, Awarapan gave me a place in millions of heartsTonight, sitting in a theatre watching Awarapan 2, time stood stillIn that opening minute, 19 years of my life flashed before my eyes,” he wrote.
Mustafa said he has carried the songs with him for 19 years, performing them at concerts across citiesHe also opened up about his approach when he was contacted about his songs being part of the sequel.
“For 19 years, I carried these songs with me to every stage, every city and every concertWhen I was approached about my songs for the sequel, I never had an issue with making space for new voicesI’ve always believed in giving back and making way for what comes nextAll I ever asked for was dignity and due credit for what I had contributed to this legacy,” he further added.
The singer-composer said he finally feels that he has received what he wantedHe recalled watching the film begin with his voice and hearing the audience cheer.
“Tonight, the film began with my voice, followed by the loud cheers from the crowd and in that particular moment, I think I received what I always wanted: Dignity & Insane amount of love from all of you.”
Mustafa also congratulated the team behind Awarapan 2 and hinted at a possible return for a third instalment“Congratulations to Emraan, Disha, Vishesh and everyone at Vishesh Films on this new chapter of AwarapanMaybe years from now, we’ll meet again for 3.0 … You’re crying, I’m not.”
Amaal Mallik remembers Mustafa Zahid’s contribution
Earlier in June, composer Amaal Mallik had acknowledged Mustafa’s contribution to the original Awarapan soundtrack.
While sharing his thoughts on X, formerly Twitter, Amaal tagged Mustafa and wrote: “Also a big hug to the man we all must never forget, the voice of the original #MustafaZahid and his contribution to the 2007 soundtrack – My homie, my brother from another mother & a dangerous border @MustafologyWe could’ve never been doing this if you hadn’t done the magic in the original my broThank you for the stupendous melodies, the impeccable vocals and that emptiness in your rendition still haunts me and heals me.”
Mustafa replied to Amaal, “Lots of love Amaal, remember borders are dangerous but then so is loveTake Awarapan legacy to another level, the stage is all yours Mere Bhai.”
Mustafa Zahid was not part of Awarapan 2
Mustafa was not part of the Awarapan 2 album, with the ongoing India-Pakistan tensions affecting collaborations between artists from the two countriesAt a concert in Chicago last week, he spoke about the situation and thanked Indian audiences for continuing to support him.
“It is unfortunate that sometimes art has to suffer because of all the politics around the worldSo, unfortunately, I am not part of the album, but the amount of love and respect that I have always received from the Indians is absolutely amazingThank you so much guys.”
Awarapan 2 released in theatres on August 14The film stars Emraan Hashmi and Disha Patani, with Shabana Azmi also playing a key roleThe sequel has reportedly grossed over ₹153 crore worldwide since its release.
