Emraan Hashmiin Haridwar, Uttarakhand and the video went viral on the internet. Problems arose after nearby residents were offended by a sign on the set. The conflict soon escalated into a heated argument between the locals and the film crew and a video of the entire confrontation has gone viral on social media.
The “Cafe and Bar” sign causes local outrage
According to reports, the film crew set up a fake restaurant for one of the scenes. The setup included a sign displaying the words “Cafe & Bar,” which didn’t sit well with the locals. Residents objected to the word “Tavern” on the poster, arguing that it was inappropriate for a city like Haridwar, which has deep religious and spiritual significance.
The video shows a heated exchange between the locals and the film crew
The viral video captures security personnel at the scene, standing next to what appears to be a member of the production crew trying to defuse the tension. Emraan Hashmi is nowhere to be seen in the footage. According to reports, the scuffle broke out when locals noticed the sign and the word ‘Bar’ had no place in Haridwar, a city considered one of the holiest cities in the country. According to locals, the use of the word “Bar” was hurtful to the religious sentiments associated with the city and tarnished Haridwar’s cultural identity. It didn’t take long for the incident to catch people’s attention online as the video quickly went viral on social media platforms, prompting a wave of backlash from users.
No official statement from Emraan or the production team
Meanwhile, several videos of Emraan interacting with his fans in Uttarakhand are doing the rounds on the internet. However, so far they have not officially confirmed the title of the film, nor any details about the production team. The actor has also chosen to remain silent on the issue and has yet to issue a statement regarding the alleged protest on set.
Emraan Hashmi’s ‘Awarapan 2 ‘ for release on August 14
On the professional front, Emraan Hashmi has an exciting line-up of films ahead of him. Among his pending projects is ‘Awarapan 2’, which recently wrapped up its shoot, the makers announced a few days ago. The film is slated to release on August 14, 2026 and fans are eagerly waiting for it.
