Mumbai, Aug. 14 -- Emraan Hashmi's much-awaited 'Awarapan 2' has received a positive response from moviegoers in Mumbai, with fans praising the actor's intense performance, the storyline, music and the film's action-thriller treatment.

Several viewers who watched the film in the theatre in Mumbai said Hashmi's look and role were markedly different, while also pointing out that the sequel moves away from the actor's earlier image of being known for romantic and kissing scenes.

One viewer, who described herself as a big fan of Hashmi, told ANI, "I have just watched the movie 'Awarapan 2'. I am a big fan of Emraan Hashmi. The look of Emraan Hashmi has been totally changed in this movie."

"The movie is very good and the songs are also very...