India, April 26 -- The enduring love for Awarapan has sparked excitement around its sequel, Awarapan 2, with the makers, Vishesh Films, recently announcing its release date. While Emraan Hashmi will return in the lead role, the film will not be directed by Mohit Suri. In an interview with NDTV, Mohit opened up about why he is not helming the sequel.

Mohit revealed why he did not return to the director's chair for Awarapan 2 and said, "I was never actually offered it before, that's all. I think they wanted to work, but it's not that. I would work with Emraan at the drop of a hat. The problem with him is that I've done eight films with him. He knows me so well. I have to give him a role; I can't just hustle him into doing some part. But I ...