War 2 has quickly become one of the year’s most anticipated action spectacles, with Bollywood eyeing it as a potential box office juggernaut. Featuring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani in pivotal roles, the film is helmed by Ayan Mukerji and mounted on an impressive scale.
The team recently wrapped its extensive shoot, prompting Jr NTR to share a heartfelt note expressing gratitude for working alongside his co-stars. Shortly after, Hrithik Roshan took to X to thank the team for a seamless and memorable filming journey, praising his co-actors and crew for their dedication. Kiara Advani then quoted Hrithik’s post, adding: “The excitement is mutual, Hrithik! Sharing the screen with you has been an unforgettable experience. Can’t wait for the world to witness what Adi sir, Ayan, Jr NTR, and our incredible team have brought to life.”
The excitement is mutual, @iHrithik ! 🙌 Sharing the screen with you has been an unforgettable experience. Can’t wait for the world to witness what Adi sir, Ayan @tarak9999 and our incredible team have brought to life ❤️ #War2 https://t.co/21LBDMXsxl
— Kiara Advani (@advani_kiara) July 9, 2025
This candid exchange has sparked organic excitement online. Despite the official promotional campaign yet to roll out, the film is already trending across platforms, showcasing the anticipation surrounding it. Fans now eagerly await the marketing push, expecting it to further cement War 2 as a must-watch release.
Backed by Yash Raj Films with music by Pritam, War 2 is slated to hit cinemas in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil on August 14, 2025, coinciding with India’s Independence Day weekend.
War 2 continues the narrative from the 2019 blockbuster War and marks the sixth installment in the expanding YRF Spy Universe. Hrithik reprises his role as Major Kabir, who is on the verge of going rogue, while Jr NTR joins as Vikram, an agent tasked with bringing Kabir down. Kiara plays a pivotal role in this high-stakes thriller.
The film was shot across picturesque and high-energy locations, including Spain, Italy, Abu Dhabi, Kashmir, and Mumbai, capturing the global scale the story demands. With a reported budget between ₹200-400 crore, War 2 is set for a worldwide IMAX release. The teaser, which dropped on May 20, offered a glimpse of the adrenaline-pumping action and generated praise across fan communities.
By Sulagna Kar
