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}}'''War 2''' is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. The script is written by Shridhar Raghavan and Abbas Tyrewala, based on an original story by Chopra. It is the sixth film in the YRF Spy Universe and a sequel to War (2019). The film stars Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., and Kiara Advani, along with Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor.
}}'''War 2''' is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. The script is written by Shridhar Raghavan and Abbas Tyrewala, based on an original story by Chopra.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |last=Ramachandran |first=Naman |date=20 May 2025 |title=NTR Jr, Hrithik Roshan Face Off in Explosive 'War 2' Teaser |url=https://variety.com/2025/film/news/ntr-jr-hrithik-roshan-war-2-teaser-1236404187/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250531134729/https://variety.com/2025/film/news/ntr-jr-hrithik-roshan-war-2-teaser-1236404187/ |archive-date=31 May 2025 |access-date=31 May 2025 |website=Variety}}</ref> It is the sixth film in the YRF Spy Universe and a sequel to War (2019). The film stars Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., and Kiara Advani, along with Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor.


Filming began in October 2023, with major shooting in Mumbai and some schedules in Spain, Italy, and Abu Dhabi. The soundtrack is by Pritam, while Sanchit and Ankit Balhara composed the background score. With an estimated budget of ₹400 crore, it is among the most expensive Indian films ever made.
Filming began in October 2023, with major shooting in Mumbai and some schedules in Spain, Italy, and Abu Dhabi.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |last=Mankad |first=Himesh |date=19 May 2025 |title=EXCLUSIVE: 150 shooting days, six action scenes, five countries, two songs, two superstars & one mission&nbsp;– War 2 details revealed |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/exclusive-150-shooting-days-six-action-scenes-five-countries-two-songs-two-superstars-one-mission-war-2-details-revealed-1388458 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250531135515/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/exclusive-150-shooting-days-six-action-scenes-five-countries-two-songs-two-superstars-one-mission-war-2-details-revealed-1388458 |archive-date=31 May 2025 |access-date=19 May 2025 |website=Pinkvilla}}</ref> The soundtrack is by Pritam, while Sanchit and Ankit Balhara composed the background score. With an estimated budget of ₹400 crore, it is among the most expensive Indian films ever made.<ref name="budget">{{Cite web |date=26 July 2025 |title=WAR 2 is India’s most EXPENSIVE spy thriller at Rs. 300 - 400 crores; NTR Jr. paid Rs. 70 cr. while Hrithik walks away with Rs. 50 crores plus profits! |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/war-2-indias-expensive-spy-thriller-rs-400-crores-ntr-jr-paid-rs-70-cr-hrithik-walks-away-rs-50-crores-plus-profits/ |access-date=20 August 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-07-26 |title=Hrithik Roshan joins Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan in YRF profit-sharing deal; earns Rs 50 crore for War 2: REPORT |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/hrithik-roshan-joins-shah-rukh-khan-salman-khan-and-aamir-khan-in-yrf-profit-sharing-deal-earns-rs-50-crore-for-war-2-report/articleshow/122924959.cms#:~:text=Box%20Office%20Collection-,Hrithik%20Roshan%20joins%20Shah%20Rukh%20Khan,%20Salman%20Khan,%20and%20Aamir,crore%20for%20War%202:%20REPORT&text=Hrithik%20Roshan%20is%20now%20a,deal%20with%20Yash%20Raj%20Films. |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-08-18 |title=War 2 box office collection day 4: Hrithik Roshan, JR NTR film performs the lowest on its first Sunday |url=https://www.financialexpress.com/life/entertainment-war-2-box-office-collection-day-4-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-film-performs-the-lowest-on-its-first-sunday-3949366/ |access-date=2025-08-22 |website=The Financial Express |language=en}}</ref>


War 2 was released worldwide on 14 August 2025, during the Indian Independence Day weekend, in standard and premium formats like IMAX, D-Box, ICE, 4DX, and Dolby Cinema.
War 2 was released worldwide on 14 August 2025, during the Indian Independence Day weekend, in standard and premium formats like IMAX, D-Box, ICE, 4DX, and Dolby Cinema.<ref name=":4">{{Cite web |date=29 November 2023 |title=Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR starrer 'War 2' gets a release date |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-starrer-war-2-gets-a-release-date/article67586540.ece |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250624120122/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-starrer-war-2-gets-a-release-date/article67586540.ece |archive-date=24 June 2025 |access-date=29 November 2023 |website=The Hindu |language=en-IN }}</ref>


== Plot ==
== Plot ==
Kabir Dhaliwal, a former Indian intelligence agent, turned rogue years ago and has become one of the country's most dangerous enemies. To stop him, the Indian government sends Special Units Officer Vikram—an elite agent known for his sharp skills and determination. Vikram has a complicated past, which makes him especially suited to face the deadly and hard-to-catch Kabir.
In 2024, five years after going rogue, Kabir Dhaliwal works as a mercenary but is secretly still loyal to RAW. He infiltrates the Kali Cartel, a powerful syndicate trying to control India. To prove loyalty, he is forced to "kill" his mentor Colonel Luthra, earning the cartel’s trust.
 
RAW believes Kabir has turned traitor. Luthra’s daughter Kavya, who once loved Kabir, is assigned to catch him. Meanwhile, Special Officer Vikram Chelapathi joins the mission, secretly hiding his past with Kabir.
 
Kabir discovers that Vikram is actually Raghu, his childhood friend from Mumbai. Long ago, Kabir joined the army while Raghu failed, leaving him bitter. Now Vikram has become part of the cartel.
 
The cartel’s leader Gulati is killed by Vikram, who frames Kabir. Later, Kabir and Kavya find out that Defence Minister Sarang is also a cartel member, plotting to become Prime Minister by staging his family’s murder. Kabir fights back and kills Sarang.
 
In the climax, Kabir battles Vikram in an ice cave. Instead of killing him, Kabir convinces Vikram to join him in secretly destroying the cartel.
 
Nine months later, Vikram is declared a martyr, but in reality, he and Kabir continue working from the shadows. Kabir reunites with Kavya and promises to always protect India.
 
In a post-credits scene, a girl is recruited into a mysterious program called Alpha.


== Cast ==
== Cast ==
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== Production ==
== Production ==
=== Development ===
=== Development ===
At the launch party of War in October 2019, director Siddharth Anand said he was working on a sequel and might turn it into a franchise if the audience liked it. In April 2023, Yash Raj Films officially confirmed War 2 as the sixth film in the YRF Spy Universe. Ayan Mukerji was chosen as the new director, replacing Anand. This was Mukerji’s first film in the Spy Universe and his first project outside Dharma Productions.
At the launch party of War in October 2019, director Siddharth Anand said he was working on a sequel and might turn it into a franchise if the audience liked it.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |title=War is Not Over Yet, Director Siddharth Anand Reveals a Sequel is in Works |url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/war-is-not-over-yet-director-siddharth-anand-reveals-a-sequel-is-in-works-2335197.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20191007133130/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/war-is-not-over-yet-director-siddharth-anand-reveals-a-sequel-is-in-works-2335197.html |archive-date=7 October 2019 |access-date=6 October 2019 |website=News18}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=1 October 2019 |title=Yash Raj Films planning a SEQUEL to the Hrithik Roshan&nbsp;– Tiger Shroff starrer War? |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/yash-raj-films-planning-sequel-hrithik-roshan-tiger-shroff-starrer-war/ |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250624123027/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/amp/news/bollywood/janhvi-kapoor-ananya-panday-manushi-chhillar-khushi-kapoor-bollywoods-leading-ladies-redefining-global-fashion-luxury-brands/ |archive-date=24 June 2025 |access-date=10 March 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama |language=en}}</ref> In April 2023, Yash Raj Films officially confirmed War 2 as the sixth film in the YRF Spy Universe. Ayan Mukerji was chosen as the new director, replacing Anand. This was Mukerji’s first film in the Spy Universe and his first project outside Dharma Productions.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2 February 2024 |title=Siddharth Anand opens up about Ayan Mukerji directing War 2, looking up to Aditya Chopra as father figure: 'YRFs doors are always open for me' |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/siddharth-anand-opens-up-about-ayan-mukerji-directing-war-2-looking-up-to-aditya-chopra-as-father-figure-9140854/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111010322/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/siddharth-anand-opens-up-about-ayan-mukerji-directing-war-2-looking-up-to-aditya-chopra-as-father-figure-9140854/ |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=4 April 2023 |title=Not Siddharth Anand, Ayan Mukerji to direct Hrithik Roshan starrer War 2 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/not-siddharth-anand-ayan-mukerji-direct-hrithik-roshan-starrer-war-2/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111010336/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/not-siddharth-anand-ayan-mukerji-direct-hrithik-roshan-starrer-war-2/ |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


=== Casting ===
=== Casting ===
Shanoo Sharma handled the casting. Hrithik Roshan returned to play his role from War. N. T. Rama Rao Jr. joined in April 2023, marking his Hindi film debut. Kiara Advani joined in July 2023. Ashutosh Rana confirmed he would return as his character from War and Pathaan. Hrithik Roshan also appeared in a cameo in Tiger 3, directed by Mukerji. Anil Kapoor joined the cast in July 2024. Bobby Deol made a cameo in the post-credits scene, teasing his role in the next film, Alpha.
Shanoo Sharma handled the casting. Hrithik Roshan returned to play his role from War.<ref>{{Cite web |date=18 February 2023 |title=Hrithik Roshan to return as Kabir in War 2, Siddharth Anand may not direct the film: Report |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/hrithik-roshan-to-return-as-kabir-in-war-2-siddharth-anand-may-not-direct-the-film-report/articleshow/98045016.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20250624135316/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/hrithik-roshan-to-return-as-kabir-in-war-2-siddharth-anand-may-not-direct-the-film-report/articleshow/98045016.cms |archive-date=24 June 2025 |access-date=18 February 2023 |website=The Times of India}}</ref> N. T. Rama Rao Jr. joined in April 2023, marking his Hindi film debut.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ramachandran |first=Naman |date=5 April 2023 |title='RRR' Star NTR Jr to Face Off Against Hrithik Roshan in Spy Universe Film 'War 2' |url=https://variety.com/2023/film/news/rrr-ntr-jr-hrithik-roshan-war-2-spy-universe-1235573459/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111010321/https://variety.com/2023/film/news/rrr-ntr-jr-hrithik-roshan-war-2-spy-universe-1235573459/ |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=Variety}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=5 April 2023 |title=Jr NTR joins Hrithik Roshan in War 2 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/jr-ntr-joins-hrithik-roshan-war-2/ |archive-url=https://archive.today/20250624132131/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/jackky-bhagnani-likely-collaborate-ministry-youth-affairs-sports-promote-fitness-among-youth/ |archive-date=24 June 2025 |access-date=24 June 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref> Kiara Advani joined in July 2023..<ref>{{Cite web |date=16 June 2023 |title=Kiara Advani joins Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in Ayan Mukerji's actioner War 2 |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-cast-kiara-advani-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-8667739/ |archive-url=https://archive.today/20250624141255/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-cast-kiara-advani-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-8667739/ |archive-date=24 June 2025 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=The Indian Express}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=ANI |date=17 June 2023 |title=Kiara Advani joins Jr NTR, Hrithik Roshan in 'War 2' |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/kiara-advani-joins-jr-ntr-hrithik-roshan-in-war-2/article66979191.ece |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111010321/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/kiara-advani-joins-jr-ntr-hrithik-roshan-in-war-2/article66979191.ece |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=The Hindu |language=en}}</ref> Ashutosh Rana confirmed he would return as his character from War and Pathaan.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Ashutosh Rana confirms return as Colonel Luthra in Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's War 2 & Alia Bhatt, Sharvari's Alpha |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/ashutosh-rana-confirms-return-as-colonel-luthra-in-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-war-2-alia-bhatt-sharvari-alpha/630ef0aa42813 |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref> Hrithik Roshan also appeared in a cameo in Tiger 3, directed by Mukerji.<ref>{{Cite web |date=8 November 2023 |title=EXCLUSIVE: Hrithik Roshan's scene in Salman Khan's Tiger 3 is 2 minutes 22 seconds long; was shot on Saturday, November 4 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-hrithik-roshans-scene-salman-khans-tiger-3-2-minutes-22-seconds-long-shot-saturday-november-4/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231109005921/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-hrithik-roshans-scene-salman-khans-tiger-3-2-minutes-22-seconds-long-shot-saturday-november-4/ |archive-date=9 November 2023 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=12 November 2023 |title=EXCLUSIVE: Hrithik Roshan's scene in Salman Khan's Tiger 3 is directed by Ayan Mukerji; ENHANCES excitement for War 2 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-hrithik-roshans-scene-salman-khans-tiger-3-directed-ayan-mukerji-enhances-excitement-war-2/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231113060506/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/exclusive-hrithik-roshans-scene-salman-khans-tiger-3-directed-ayan-mukerji-enhances-excitement-war-2/ |archive-date=13 November 2023 |access-date=31 May 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama |language=en}}</ref> Anil Kapoor joined the cast in July 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |title=War 2: Anil Kapoor Joins the Spyverse with a 'Jhakaas' Cameo, Taking on a Significant Role Alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in the Action Film |url=https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/bollywood/yash-raj-films-war-2-anil-kapoor-raw-chief-article-152463782 |access-date=2025-08-20 |website=Zoom TV |language=en}}</ref> Bobby Deol made a cameo in the post-credits scene, teasing his role in the next film, Alpha.<ref>{{Cite web |title=SCOOP: Not Salman Khan, or Shah Rukh Khan, Bobby Deol to have a cameo in War 2 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/scoop-not-salman-khan-shah-rukh-khan-bobby-deol-cameo-war-2 |access-date=10 August 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


=== Filming ===
=== Filming ===
Shooting began in October 2023 in Salamanca, Spain, with a car chase scene. Because Hrithik Roshan and N. T. Rama Rao Jr. were busy with other films, stunt doubles were used for some scenes. In December 2023, filming moved to Abu Dhabi for a boat chase and other action scenes, including some at Yas Marina Circuit.
Shooting began in October 2023 in Salamanca, Spain, with a car chase scene.<ref>{{Cite web |date=18 October 2023 |title=War 2: Director Ayan Mukerji spotted filming a car chase sequence in Spain |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/war-2-director-ayan-mukerji-spotted-filming-a-car-chase-sequence-in-spain/articleshow/104530173.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111041542/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/war-2-director-ayan-mukerji-spotted-filming-a-car-chase-sequence-in-spain/articleshow/104530173.cms |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=The Times of India}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=18 October 2023 |title=War 2 shoot begins in Spain, director Ayan Mukerji clicked filming car chase. See videos, pics |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-shoot-begins-in-spain-director-ayan-mukerji-clicked-filming-car-chase-see-videos-pics-8988807/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231018180831/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-shoot-begins-in-spain-director-ayan-mukerji-clicked-filming-car-chase-see-videos-pics-8988807/ |archive-date=18 October 2023 |access-date=16 April 2024 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> Because Hrithik Roshan and N. T. Rama Rao Jr. were busy with other films, stunt doubles were used for some scenes.<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 October 2023 |title=Ayan Mukerji wraps up the first schedule of War 2 in Spain with Hrithik & NTR Jr's stunt double |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ayan-mukerji-wraps-first-schedule-war-2-spain-hrithik-ntr-jrs-stunt-double/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231025114720/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ayan-mukerji-wraps-first-schedule-war-2-spain-hrithik-ntr-jrs-stunt-double/ |archive-date=25 October 2023 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref> In December 2023, filming moved to Abu Dhabi for a boat chase and other action scenes,<ref>{{Cite web |last=Vasudevan |first=Aishwarya |title=War 2 update: Here's when Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR kick off the shoot for Ayan Mukerji's actioner |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/war-2-update-heres-when-hrithik-roshan-and-jr-ntr-kick-off-the-shoot-for-ayan-mukerjis-actioner/0fba1c67c1326 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240625092723/https://www.ottplay.com/news/war-2-update-heres-when-hrithik-roshan-and-jr-ntr-kick-off-the-shoot-for-ayan-mukerjis-actioner/0fba1c67c1326 |archive-date=25 June 2024 |access-date=23 November 2023 |website=OTT Play}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR's War 2 promises jaw-dropping action scenes, epic speed boat chase and more {{!}} Here's everything you need to know! |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/hrithik-roshan-and-jr-ntrs-war-2-promises-jaw-dropping-action-scenes/1343cfeb2d602 |access-date=24 June 2024 |website=OTT Play}}</ref> including some at Yas Marina Circuit.<ref>{{Cite web |date=5 March 2024 |title=Hrithik Roshan to kickstart 'War 2' shooting with Ben Jasper from THIS date |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/hrithik-roshan-to-kickstart-war-2-shooting-with-ben-jasper-from-this-date/articleshow/108237231.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111041544/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/hrithik-roshan-to-kickstart-war-2-shooting-with-ben-jasper-from-this-date/articleshow/108237231.cms |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref>


In March 2024, Roshan filmed his introduction scene in Mumbai, including a katana fight in a Shaolin Monastery-style set. In April 2024, Roshan and Rao shot an aerial action scene in Vile Parle. In August 2024, Advani filmed her introduction at Infiniti Mall, Malad.
In March 2024, Roshan filmed his introduction scene in Mumbai, including a katana fight in a Shaolin Monastery-style set.<ref>{{Cite web |date=12 August 2024 |title=REVEALED: Hrithik Roshan to have a ROCKING entry scene in War 2; to indulge in a sword fight with a menacing villain in a Japanese monastery |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/revealed-hrithik-roshan-rocking-entry-scene-war-2-indulge-sword-fight-menacing-villain-japanese-monastery/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241111011717/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/revealed-hrithik-roshan-rocking-entry-scene-war-2-indulge-sword-fight-menacing-villain-japanese-monastery/ |archive-date=11 November 2024 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=12 August 2024 |title='War 2': Hrithik Roshan to make a thrilling entry with epic sword fight scene in Japanese monastery |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/war-2-hrithik-roshan-to-make-a-thrilling-entry-with-epic-sword-fight-scene-in-japanese-monastery/articleshow/112470427.cms |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250531135515/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/war-2-hrithik-roshan-to-make-a-thrilling-entry-with-epic-sword-fight-scene-in-japanese-monastery/articleshow/112470427.cms |archive-date=31 May 2025 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> In April 2024, Roshan and Rao shot an aerial action scene in Vile Parle. In August 2024, Advani filmed her introduction at Infiniti Mall, Malad.<ref>{{Cite web |date=18 August 2024 |title=Hrithik Roshan to play Alia Bhatt's mentor in Alpha; Kiara Advani shoots for her MASSY action scene for War 2 in Malad mall: Report |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-play-alia-bhatts-mentor-alpha-kiara-advani-shoots-massy-action-scene-war-2-malad-mall-report |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240818092245/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-play-alia-bhatts-mentor-alpha-kiara-advani-shoots-massy-action-scene-war-2-malad-mall-report/ |archive-date=18 August 2024 |access-date=18 August 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


In September 2024, the team filmed in Italy for 15 days in places like Venice, Lake Como, Naples, and the Amalfi Coast. These scenes included a song with Advani and Roshan and some action sequences. In October 2024, a large 40-man action sequence with Rao was shot in Andheri.
In September 2024, the team filmed in Italy for 15 days in places like Venice, Lake Como, Naples, and the Amalfi Coast.<ref>{{Cite web |date=10 September 2024 |title=Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani to shoot romantic track for War 2 in Venice, Lake Como: Report |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-kiara-advani-shoot-romantic-track-war-2-venice-lake-como-report/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250531135515/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-kiara-advani-shoot-romantic-track-war-2-venice-lake-como-report/ |archive-date=31 May 2025 |access-date=11 November 2024 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=24 September 2024 |title=Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani dance on the streets of Italy while shooting War 2; pictures and videos leak |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-kiara-advani-dance-on-the-streets-of-italy-while-shooting-war-2-pictures-and-videos-leak-101727180958965.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240924131018/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-kiara-advani-dance-on-the-streets-of-italy-while-shooting-war-2-pictures-and-videos-leak-101727180958965.html |archive-date=24 September 2024 |access-date=25 June 2025 |website=Hindustan Times}}</ref> These scenes included a song with Advani and Roshan and some action sequences. In October 2024, a large 40-man action sequence with Rao was shot in Andheri.<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 October 2024 |title=Jr NTR begins filming 40-man fight sequence for War 2 at Yash Raj Studios: Report |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/jr-ntr-begins-filming-40-man-fight-sequence-war-2-yash-raj-studios-report/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250105061338/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/jr-ntr-begins-filming-40-man-fight-sequence-war-2-yash-raj-studios-report/ |archive-date=5 January 2025 |access-date=25 June 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


The climax was filmed in December 2024 at Film City and YRF Studios in Mumbai with multiple action directors involved. A big dance number with Roshan and Rao, choreographed by Bosco Martis and featuring over 500 dancers, was planned for March 2025 but postponed after Roshan injured his leg. It was later filmed in early July 2025, and Rao began dubbing that same month as filming wrapped up.
The climax was filmed in December 2024 at Film City and YRF Studios in Mumbai with multiple action directors involved.<ref>{{Cite web |date=29 November 2024 |title=Ayan Mukerji ropes in Hollywood and Bollywood stunt experts for War 2 climax: Report |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ayan-mukerji-ropes-hollywood-bollywood-stunt-experts-war-2-climax-report/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250531135515/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/ayan-mukerji-ropes-hollywood-bollywood-stunt-experts-war-2-climax-report/ |archive-date=31 May 2025 |access-date=31 May 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref> A big dance number with Roshan and Rao, choreographed by Bosco Martis and featuring over 500 dancers, was planned for March 2025 but postponed after Roshan injured his leg.<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 June 2024 |title=Anl Arasu roped in to choreograph the climax action sequence between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in War 2 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/anl-arasu-roped-in-to-choreograph-the-climax-action-sequence-between-hrithik-roshan-and-jr-ntr-in-war-2/articleshow/111188405.cms |access-date=22 June 2024 |website=Times of India}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=29 November 2024 |title='Venom', 'Avengers' stunt directors to design Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR EPIC climax for 'War 2' |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/venom-avengers-stunt-directors-to-design-hrithik-roshan-and-jr-ntr-epic-climax-for-war-2/articleshow/115794252.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241129064406/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/venom-avengers-stunt-directors-to-design-hrithik-roshan-and-jr-ntr-epic-climax-for-war-2/articleshow/115794252.cms |archive-date=29 November 2024 |access-date=29 November 2024 |website=The Times of India}}</ref> It was later filmed in early July 2025, and Rao began dubbing that same month as filming wrapped up.<ref>{{Cite web |date=7 July 2025 |title=Jr NTR wraps up shooting for War 2: "It's always a blast being on set with Hrithik Roshan" |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/jr-ntr-wraps-shooting-war-2-always-blast-set-hrithik-roshan/ |access-date=2025-07-07 |website=Bollywood Hungama |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=8 July 2025 |title=Hrithik Roshan gets emotional as War 2 wraps up: "149 days of blood, sweat, and injuries" |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/hrithik-roshan-gets-emotional-war-2-wraps-149-days-blood-sweat-injuries |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250708120056/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/hrithik-roshan-gets-emotional-war-2-wraps-149-days-blood-sweat-injuries/ |archive-date=8 July 2025 |access-date=8 July 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


== Soundtrack ==
== Soundtrack ==
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== Release ==
== Release ==
=== Theatrical ===
=== Theatrical ===
War 2 will release in theaters on 14 August 2025, one day before India's Independence Day. It will be available in standard, IMAX, D-Box, ICE, 4DX, Dolby Cinema, and other premium formats, with dubbed versions in Telugu and Tamil. It will clash with Coolie. This is the first Indian film to be shown and graded in the Dolby Cinema format.
War 2 will release in theaters on 14 August 2025, one day before India's Independence Day. It will be available in standard, IMAX, D-Box, ICE, 4DX, Dolby Cinema, and other premium formats, with dubbed versions in Telugu and Tamil. It will clash with Coolie.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Nasreen |first=Raisa |date=4 April 2025 |title=Rajinikanth's Coolie Release Date Announced, Film Set To Clash With Hrithik-Jr NTR's War 2 On August 14 |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tamil/rajinikanths-coolie-release-date-announced-to-clash-with-war-2-article-151349125 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250426081558/https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tamil/rajinikanths-coolie-release-date-announced-to-clash-with-war-2-article-151349125 |archive-date=26 April 2025 |access-date=15 July 2025 |website=Times Now |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=29 November 2023 |title=Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2' to release on this date in 2025: Report |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/hrithik-roshan-war-2-august-14-2025-release-details-2468891-2023-11-29 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231129130753/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/hrithik-roshan-war-2-august-14-2025-release-details-2468891-2023-11-29 |archive-date=29 November 2023 |access-date=29 November 2023 |website=India Today}}</ref><ref name=":0">{{Cite web |date=26 June 2025 |title=Yash Raj Films' War 2 set for global IMAX release on August 14; new posters unveiled featuring Hrithik Roshan, Ntr & Kiara Advani |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/yash-raj-films-war-2-set-global-imax-release-august-14-new-posters-unveiled-featuring-hrithik-roshan-ntr-kiara-advani/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250626074925/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/yash-raj-films-war-2-set-global-imax-release-august-14-new-posters-unveiled-featuring-hrithik-roshan-ntr-kiara-advani/ |archive-date=2025-06-26 |access-date=2025-06-26 |website=Bollywood Hungama |language=en}}</ref> This is the first Indian film to be shown and graded in the Dolby Cinema format.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Ramachandran |first=Naman |author-link=Naman Ramachandran |date=24 July 2025 |title=Hrithik Roshan, NTR’s ‘War 2’ to Become First Indian Film in Dolby Cinema (EXCLUSIVE) |url=https://variety.com/2025/film/news/hrithik-roshan-ntr-war-2-dolby-cinema-1236468640 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250724080009/https://variety.com/2025/film/news/hrithik-roshan-ntr-war-2-dolby-cinema-1236468640/ |archive-date=24 July 2025 |access-date=24 July 2025 |website=Variety}}</ref>


=== Distribution ===
=== Distribution ===
Sithara Entertainments bought the film’s distribution rights for the Telugu states for ₹90 crore. Think Studios bought the distribution rights for Tamil Nadu.
Sithara Entertainments bought the film’s distribution rights for the Telugu states for ₹90 crore.<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 July 2025 |title=SCOOP: Telugu version of WAR 2 sold for Rs. 90 crores; NTR Jr. strikes gold with backend profit share |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/scoop-telugu-version-war-2-sold-rs-90-crores-ntr-jr-strikes-gold-backend-profit-share |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250727134327/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/scoop-telugu-version-war-2-sold-rs-90-crores-ntr-jr-strikes-gold-backend-profit-share/ |archive-date=27 July 2025 |access-date=28 July 2025 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref> Think Studios bought the distribution rights for Tamil Nadu.


== Marketing ==
== Marketing ==
The teaser for the film was released on 20 May 2025, on Rao's 42nd birthday. It was criticized for poor visuals, low production quality, and weak action scenes. Some fans felt Rao was miscast. The teaser also faced backlash for promoting the release date as "This Independence Day – 14 August," which is Pakistan's Independence Day, raising questions about its suitability for a patriotic film. Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma was condemned for posting an inappropriate comment about Advani’s bikini appearance in the teaser; he later deleted the post after public outrage. The official trailer came out on 25 July 2025, and a pre-release event was held on 10 August 2025 in Hyderabad.
The teaser for the film was released on 20 May 2025, on Rao's 42nd birthday.<ref>{{Cite web |date=20 May 2025 |title=War 2 Movie Teaser Out: NTR Jr declares war on 'India's best soldier' Hrithik Roshan in Ayan Mukerji's globe-trotting actioner. watch |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-teaser-ntr-jr-declares-war-on-indias-best-soldier-hrithik-roshan-in-ayan-mukerjis-globe-trotting-actioner-watch-10016967/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250520185405/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-teaser-ntr-jr-declares-war-on-indias-best-soldier-hrithik-roshan-in-ayan-mukerjis-globe-trotting-actioner-watch-10016967/ |archive-date=20 May 2025 |access-date=31 May 2025 |website=The Indian Express}}</ref> It was criticized for poor visuals, low production quality, and weak action scenes.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Paul |first=Iraa |date=21 May 2025 |title=4 Reasons Why 'War 2' Teaser Featuring Jr NTR, Hrithik Roshan And Kiara Advani Has Disappointed Fans |url=https://www.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/4-reasons-why-war-2-teaser-featuring-jr-ntr-hrithik-roshan-and-kiara-advani-has-disappointed-fans-659352.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250522162026/https://www.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/4-reasons-why-war-2-teaser-featuring-jr-ntr-hrithik-roshan-and-kiara-advani-has-disappointed-fans-659352.html |archive-date=22 May 2025 |access-date=30 May 2025 |website=IndiaTimes}}</ref> Some fans felt Rao was miscast. The teaser also faced backlash for promoting the release date as "This Independence Day – 14 August," which is Pakistan's Independence Day, raising questions about its suitability for a patriotic film.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=2025-05-22 |title=No politics, just box office: The real reason why YRF’s Hrithik Roshan – Jr NTR film War 2 is releasing on August 14 2 : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/no-politics-just-box-office-real-reason-yrfs-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-film-war-2-releasing-august-14/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250723121530/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/no-politics-just-box-office-real-reason-yrfs-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-film-war-2-releasing-august-14/ |archive-date=23 July 2025 |access-date=2025-07-29 |language=en}}</ref> Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma was condemned for posting an inappropriate comment about Advani’s bikini appearance in the teaser; he later deleted the post after public outrage.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Rawal |first=Sugandha |date=21 May 2025 |title=Ram Gopal Varma faces backlash for indecent tweet about Kiara Advani's bikini moment from War 2, deletes post |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/ram-gopal-varma-faces-backlash-for-indecent-tweet-about-kiara-advanis-bikini-moment-from-war-2-deletes-post-101747808944906.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250623145243/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/ram-gopal-varma-faces-backlash-for-indecent-tweet-about-kiara-advanis-bikini-moment-from-war-2-deletes-post-101747808944906.html |archive-date=23 June 2025 |access-date=29 July 2025 |website=Hindustan Times}}</ref> The official trailer came out on 25 July 2025,<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 July 2025 |title=‘War 2’ trailer: Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR are battle-ready soldiers in Ayan Mukerji’s action drama |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/war-2-trailer-out-hrithik-roshan-jr-ntr-ayan-mukerji-kiara-advani-yrf-action-drama/article69853366.ece |access-date=25 July 2025 |website=The Hindu}}</ref>  and a pre-release event was held on 10 August 2025 in Hyderabad.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-08-10 |title=War 2 GRAND event in Hyderabad: Hrithik Roshan tells Jr NTR fans, “You will love my brother the same way FOREVER”; tells NTR, “No matter whether or not we do another film, I will always keep tasting your biryani” : Bollywood News |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/war-2-grand-event-hyderabad-hrithik-roshan-tells-jr-ntr-fans-will-love-brother-way-forever-tells-ntr-no-matter-whether-not-another-film-wi/ |access-date=2025-08-10 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


== Reception ==
== Reception ==
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=== Critical response ===
=== Critical response ===
 
War 2 received mostly negative reviews from both critics<ref name="reviews">{{Cite web |date=15 August 2025 |title=War 2 worldwide box office Day 1: Jr NTR rescues Hrithik Roshan’s film from lowest-ever Spy Universe opening; movie makes Rs 52 crore |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-worldwide-box-office-collection-day-1-jr-ntr-hrithik-roshan-weakest-yrf-spyverse-film-earns-rs-52-crore-india-10190402/ |access-date=15 August 2025 |website=The Indian Express}}</ref> and audiences, who criticized its story, screenplay, dialogues, and even the action. On Rotten Tomatoes, only 15% of 13 reviews were positive. Times Now (3/5) praised the acting, action, and dialogues but felt the second half was slow. Firstpost (2.5/5) said the film had too many pointless conversations and fights. Bollywood Hungama (2/5) called the screenplay clichéd, direction weak, and editing dragging, though it praised the visuals, action, and design. The Hindu said director Ayan Mukerji lost grip on the narrative while balancing Hrithik Roshan and NTR’s roles. News18 (2.5/5) liked the action but criticized the poor plot. Variety felt the film lacked excitement despite Roshan and NTR’s star power. The Indian Express (1.5/5) called it “a glossy snooze-fest.” India Today (2/5) said the action was unrealistic, the plot confused, and the music unimpressive. Cinema Express (1.5/5) called the movie unnecessary, formulaic, and made only to cash in on the franchise, with big stars and flashy action unable to make it engaging.


=== Box office ===
=== Box office ===
On opening day, the film earned ₹82 crore worldwide.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-08-14 |title=War 2 vs Coolie box office: Rajinikanth shows who's the boss; beats Hrithik Roshan in Hindi belt, NTR in Telugu states |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/war-2-vs-coolie-box-office-rajinikanth-shows-whos-the-boss-beats-hrithik-roshan-in-hindi-belt-jr-ntr-in-telugu-states-101755188952872.html |access-date=2025-08-15 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref>


 
== Sequel ==
== Box Office Collection ==
Following the success of [[War]] (2019), director Siddharth Anand confirmed plans for a sequel. War 2, directed by Ayan Mukerji, was released on 14 August 2025, with Hrithik Roshan reprising his role as Kabir, alongside N. T. Rama Rao Jr. and Kiara Advani. The sequel continues the action-packed YRF Spy Universe storyline.
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War 2

Theatrical release poster
Directed by Ayan Mukerji
Produced by Aditya Chopra
Screenplay by Shridhar Raghavan
Dialogues by Abbas Tyrewala
Story by Aditya Chopra
Starring Hrithik Roshan
N. T. Rama Rao Jr.
Kiara Advani
Ashutosh Rana
Anil Kapoor
Music by Songs:
  • Pritam

Score:

  • Sanchit Balhara
  • Ankit Balhara
Cinematography Benjamin Jasper
Edited by Aarif Sheikh
Production company Yash Raj Films
Distributed by Yash Raj Films
Release date August 14, 2025
Running time 173 minutes
Country India
Language Hindi
Budget ₹400 crore
Box office

War 2 is a 2025 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. The script is written by Shridhar Raghavan and Abbas Tyrewala, based on an original story by Chopra.[1] It is the sixth film in the YRF Spy Universe and a sequel to War (2019). The film stars Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., and Kiara Advani, along with Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor.

Filming began in October 2023, with major shooting in Mumbai and some schedules in Spain, Italy, and Abu Dhabi.[2] The soundtrack is by Pritam, while Sanchit and Ankit Balhara composed the background score. With an estimated budget of ₹400 crore, it is among the most expensive Indian films ever made.[3][4][5]

War 2 was released worldwide on 14 August 2025, during the Indian Independence Day weekend, in standard and premium formats like IMAX, D-Box, ICE, 4DX, and Dolby Cinema.[6]

Plot

In 2024, five years after going rogue, Kabir Dhaliwal works as a mercenary but is secretly still loyal to RAW. He infiltrates the Kali Cartel, a powerful syndicate trying to control India. To prove loyalty, he is forced to "kill" his mentor Colonel Luthra, earning the cartel’s trust.

RAW believes Kabir has turned traitor. Luthra’s daughter Kavya, who once loved Kabir, is assigned to catch him. Meanwhile, Special Officer Vikram Chelapathi joins the mission, secretly hiding his past with Kabir.

Kabir discovers that Vikram is actually Raghu, his childhood friend from Mumbai. Long ago, Kabir joined the army while Raghu failed, leaving him bitter. Now Vikram has become part of the cartel.

The cartel’s leader Gulati is killed by Vikram, who frames Kabir. Later, Kabir and Kavya find out that Defence Minister Sarang is also a cartel member, plotting to become Prime Minister by staging his family’s murder. Kabir fights back and kills Sarang.

In the climax, Kabir battles Vikram in an ice cave. Instead of killing him, Kabir convinces Vikram to join him in secretly destroying the cartel.

Nine months later, Vikram is declared a martyr, but in reality, he and Kabir continue working from the shadows. Kabir reunites with Kavya and promises to always protect India.

In a post-credits scene, a girl is recruited into a mysterious program called Alpha.

Cast

  • Hrithik Roshan as Major Kabir Dhaliwal "Kaboo"
  • N. T. Rama Rao Jr. as Major Vikram Chelapathi "Raghu"
  • Kiara Advani as Wing Commander Kavya Luthra, Colonel Luthra's daughter
  • Ashutosh Rana as Colonel Sunil Luthra
  • Dishita Sehgal as Ruhi, Kabir's adoptive daughter
  • Anil Kapoor as Vikrant Kaul, Chief of RAW
  • Varun Badola as Vilasrao Sarang
  • Soni Razdan as Nafisa Rahmani, Khalid's mother (cameo appearance)
  • Tiger Shroff as Captain Khalid Rahmani (flashback appearance)
  • Bobby Deol (cameo appearance)

Production

Development

At the launch party of War in October 2019, director Siddharth Anand said he was working on a sequel and might turn it into a franchise if the audience liked it.[7][8] In April 2023, Yash Raj Films officially confirmed War 2 as the sixth film in the YRF Spy Universe. Ayan Mukerji was chosen as the new director, replacing Anand. This was Mukerji’s first film in the Spy Universe and his first project outside Dharma Productions.[9][10]

Casting

Shanoo Sharma handled the casting. Hrithik Roshan returned to play his role from War.[11] N. T. Rama Rao Jr. joined in April 2023, marking his Hindi film debut.[12][13] Kiara Advani joined in July 2023..[14][15] Ashutosh Rana confirmed he would return as his character from War and Pathaan.[16] Hrithik Roshan also appeared in a cameo in Tiger 3, directed by Mukerji.[17][18] Anil Kapoor joined the cast in July 2024.[19] Bobby Deol made a cameo in the post-credits scene, teasing his role in the next film, Alpha.[20]

Filming

Shooting began in October 2023 in Salamanca, Spain, with a car chase scene.[21][22] Because Hrithik Roshan and N. T. Rama Rao Jr. were busy with other films, stunt doubles were used for some scenes.[23] In December 2023, filming moved to Abu Dhabi for a boat chase and other action scenes,[24][25] including some at Yas Marina Circuit.[26]

In March 2024, Roshan filmed his introduction scene in Mumbai, including a katana fight in a Shaolin Monastery-style set.[27][28] In April 2024, Roshan and Rao shot an aerial action scene in Vile Parle. In August 2024, Advani filmed her introduction at Infiniti Mall, Malad.[29]

In September 2024, the team filmed in Italy for 15 days in places like Venice, Lake Como, Naples, and the Amalfi Coast.[30][31] These scenes included a song with Advani and Roshan and some action sequences. In October 2024, a large 40-man action sequence with Rao was shot in Andheri.[32]

The climax was filmed in December 2024 at Film City and YRF Studios in Mumbai with multiple action directors involved.[33] A big dance number with Roshan and Rao, choreographed by Bosco Martis and featuring over 500 dancers, was planned for March 2025 but postponed after Roshan injured his leg.[34][35] It was later filmed in early July 2025, and Rao began dubbing that same month as filming wrapped up.[36][37]

Soundtrack

Soundtrack Listing
No. Title Lyrics Music Singer(s) Length
1 "Aavan Jaavan" - - Arijit Singh, Nikhita Gandhi 3:45
2 "Janaab-e-Aali" - - Sachet Tandon, Saaj Bhatt 3:36
Total length: 7:21

Release

Theatrical

War 2 will release in theaters on 14 August 2025, one day before India's Independence Day. It will be available in standard, IMAX, D-Box, ICE, 4DX, Dolby Cinema, and other premium formats, with dubbed versions in Telugu and Tamil. It will clash with Coolie.[38][39][40] This is the first Indian film to be shown and graded in the Dolby Cinema format.[41]

Distribution

Sithara Entertainments bought the film’s distribution rights for the Telugu states for ₹90 crore.[42] Think Studios bought the distribution rights for Tamil Nadu.

Marketing

The teaser for the film was released on 20 May 2025, on Rao's 42nd birthday.[43] It was criticized for poor visuals, low production quality, and weak action scenes.[44] Some fans felt Rao was miscast. The teaser also faced backlash for promoting the release date as "This Independence Day – 14 August," which is Pakistan's Independence Day, raising questions about its suitability for a patriotic film.[45] Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma was condemned for posting an inappropriate comment about Advani’s bikini appearance in the teaser; he later deleted the post after public outrage.[46] The official trailer came out on 25 July 2025,[47] and a pre-release event was held on 10 August 2025 in Hyderabad.[48]

Reception

Critical response

War 2 received mostly negative reviews from both critics[49] and audiences, who criticized its story, screenplay, dialogues, and even the action. On Rotten Tomatoes, only 15% of 13 reviews were positive. Times Now (3/5) praised the acting, action, and dialogues but felt the second half was slow. Firstpost (2.5/5) said the film had too many pointless conversations and fights. Bollywood Hungama (2/5) called the screenplay clichéd, direction weak, and editing dragging, though it praised the visuals, action, and design. The Hindu said director Ayan Mukerji lost grip on the narrative while balancing Hrithik Roshan and NTR’s roles. News18 (2.5/5) liked the action but criticized the poor plot. Variety felt the film lacked excitement despite Roshan and NTR’s star power. The Indian Express (1.5/5) called it “a glossy snooze-fest.” India Today (2/5) said the action was unrealistic, the plot confused, and the music unimpressive. Cinema Express (1.5/5) called the movie unnecessary, formulaic, and made only to cash in on the franchise, with big stars and flashy action unable to make it engaging.

Box office

On opening day, the film earned ₹82 crore worldwide.[50]

Sequel

Following the success of War (2019), director Siddharth Anand confirmed plans for a sequel. War 2, directed by Ayan Mukerji, was released on 14 August 2025, with Hrithik Roshan reprising his role as Kabir, alongside N. T. Rama Rao Jr. and Kiara Advani. The sequel continues the action-packed YRF Spy Universe storyline.

External links

References

  1. ↑ NTR Jr, Hrithik Roshan Face Off in Explosive 'War 2' Teaser, by Naman Ramachandran . In Variety (20 May 2025) . Retrieved 31 May 2025
  2. ↑ EXCLUSIVE: 150 shooting days, six action scenes, five countries, two songs, two superstars & one mission – War 2 details revealed, by Himesh Mankad . In Pinkvilla (19 May 2025) . Retrieved 19 May 2025
  3. ↑ WAR 2 is India’s most EXPENSIVE spy thriller at Rs. 300 - 400 crores; NTR Jr. paid Rs. 70 cr. while Hrithik walks away with Rs. 50 crores plus profits! . In Bollywood Hungama (26 July 2025) . Retrieved 20 August 2025
  4. ↑ Hrithik Roshan joins Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, and Aamir Khan in YRF profit-sharing deal; earns Rs 50 crore for War 2: REPORT . In The Times of India (2025-07-26) . Retrieved 2025-08-20
  5. ↑ War 2 box office collection day 4: Hrithik Roshan, JR NTR film performs the lowest on its first Sunday . In The Financial Express (2025-08-18) . Retrieved 2025-08-22
  6. ↑ Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR starrer 'War 2' gets a release date . In The Hindu (29 November 2023) . Retrieved 29 November 2023
  7. ↑ War is Not Over Yet, Director Siddharth Anand Reveals a Sequel is in Works . In News18 . Retrieved 6 October 2019
  8. ↑ Yash Raj Films planning a SEQUEL to the Hrithik Roshan – Tiger Shroff starrer War? . In Bollywood Hungama (1 October 2019) . Retrieved 10 March 2025
  9. ↑ Siddharth Anand opens up about Ayan Mukerji directing War 2, looking up to Aditya Chopra as father figure: 'YRFs doors are always open for me' . In The Indian Express (2 February 2024) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  10. ↑ Not Siddharth Anand, Ayan Mukerji to direct Hrithik Roshan starrer War 2 . In Bollywood Hungama (4 April 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  11. ↑ Hrithik Roshan to return as Kabir in War 2, Siddharth Anand may not direct the film: Report . In The Times of India (18 February 2023) . Retrieved 18 February 2023
  12. ↑ 'RRR' Star NTR Jr to Face Off Against Hrithik Roshan in Spy Universe Film 'War 2', by Naman Ramachandran . In Variety (5 April 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  13. ↑ Jr NTR joins Hrithik Roshan in War 2 . In Bollywood Hungama (5 April 2023) . Retrieved 24 June 2025
  14. ↑ Kiara Advani joins Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in Ayan Mukerji's actioner War 2 . In The Indian Express (16 June 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  15. ↑ Kiara Advani joins Jr NTR, Hrithik Roshan in 'War 2', by ANI . In The Hindu (17 June 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  16. ↑ Ashutosh Rana confirms return as Colonel Luthra in Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's War 2 & Alia Bhatt, Sharvari's Alpha . In OTTPlay . Retrieved 2025-08-20
  17. ↑ EXCLUSIVE: Hrithik Roshan's scene in Salman Khan's Tiger 3 is 2 minutes 22 seconds long; was shot on Saturday, November 4 . In Bollywood Hungama (8 November 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  18. ↑ EXCLUSIVE: Hrithik Roshan's scene in Salman Khan's Tiger 3 is directed by Ayan Mukerji; ENHANCES excitement for War 2 . In Bollywood Hungama (12 November 2023) . Retrieved 31 May 2025
  19. ↑ War 2: Anil Kapoor Joins the Spyverse with a 'Jhakaas' Cameo, Taking on a Significant Role Alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in the Action Film . In Zoom TV . Retrieved 2025-08-20
  20. ↑ SCOOP: Not Salman Khan, or Shah Rukh Khan, Bobby Deol to have a cameo in War 2 . In Bollywood Hungama . Retrieved 10 August 2025
  21. ↑ War 2: Director Ayan Mukerji spotted filming a car chase sequence in Spain . In The Times of India (18 October 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  22. ↑ War 2 shoot begins in Spain, director Ayan Mukerji clicked filming car chase. See videos, pics . In The Indian Express (18 October 2023) . Retrieved 16 April 2024
  23. ↑ Ayan Mukerji wraps up the first schedule of War 2 in Spain with Hrithik & NTR Jr's stunt double . In Bollywood Hungama (25 October 2023) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  24. ↑ War 2 update: Here's when Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR kick off the shoot for Ayan Mukerji's actioner, by Aishwarya Vasudevan . In OTT Play . Retrieved 23 November 2023
  25. ↑ Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR's War 2 promises jaw-dropping action scenes, epic speed boat chase and more | Here's everything you need to know! . In OTT Play . Retrieved 24 June 2024
  26. ↑ Hrithik Roshan to kickstart 'War 2' shooting with Ben Jasper from THIS date . In The Times of India (5 March 2024) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  27. ↑ REVEALED: Hrithik Roshan to have a ROCKING entry scene in War 2; to indulge in a sword fight with a menacing villain in a Japanese monastery . In Bollywood Hungama (12 August 2024) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  28. ↑ 'War 2': Hrithik Roshan to make a thrilling entry with epic sword fight scene in Japanese monastery . In The Times of India (12 August 2024) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  29. ↑ Hrithik Roshan to play Alia Bhatt's mentor in Alpha; Kiara Advani shoots for her MASSY action scene for War 2 in Malad mall: Report . In Bollywood Hungama (18 August 2024) . Retrieved 18 August 2024
  30. ↑ Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani to shoot romantic track for War 2 in Venice, Lake Como: Report . In Bollywood Hungama (10 September 2024) . Retrieved 11 November 2024
  31. ↑ Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani dance on the streets of Italy while shooting War 2; pictures and videos leak . In Hindustan Times (24 September 2024) . Retrieved 25 June 2025
  32. ↑ Jr NTR begins filming 40-man fight sequence for War 2 at Yash Raj Studios: Report . In Bollywood Hungama (22 October 2024) . Retrieved 25 June 2025
  33. ↑ Ayan Mukerji ropes in Hollywood and Bollywood stunt experts for War 2 climax: Report . In Bollywood Hungama (29 November 2024) . Retrieved 31 May 2025
  34. ↑ Anl Arasu roped in to choreograph the climax action sequence between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in War 2 . In Times of India (22 June 2024) . Retrieved 22 June 2024
  35. ↑ 'Venom', 'Avengers' stunt directors to design Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR EPIC climax for 'War 2' . In The Times of India (29 November 2024) . Retrieved 29 November 2024
  36. ↑ Jr NTR wraps up shooting for War 2: "It's always a blast being on set with Hrithik Roshan" . In Bollywood Hungama (7 July 2025) . Retrieved 2025-07-07
  37. ↑ Hrithik Roshan gets emotional as War 2 wraps up: "149 days of blood, sweat, and injuries" . In Bollywood Hungama (8 July 2025) . Retrieved 8 July 2025
  38. ↑ Rajinikanth's Coolie Release Date Announced, Film Set To Clash With Hrithik-Jr NTR's War 2 On August 14, by Raisa Nasreen . In Times Now (4 April 2025) . Retrieved 15 July 2025
  39. ↑ Hrithik Roshan's 'War 2' to release on this date in 2025: Report . In India Today (29 November 2023) . Retrieved 29 November 2023
  40. ↑ Yash Raj Films' War 2 set for global IMAX release on August 14; new posters unveiled featuring Hrithik Roshan, Ntr & Kiara Advani . In Bollywood Hungama (26 June 2025) . Retrieved 2025-06-26
  41. ↑ Hrithik Roshan, NTR’s ‘War 2’ to Become First Indian Film in Dolby Cinema (EXCLUSIVE), by Naman Ramachandran . In Variety (24 July 2025) . Retrieved 24 July 2025
  42. ↑ SCOOP: Telugu version of WAR 2 sold for Rs. 90 crores; NTR Jr. strikes gold with backend profit share . In Bollywood Hungama (27 July 2025) . Retrieved 28 July 2025
  43. ↑ War 2 Movie Teaser Out: NTR Jr declares war on 'India's best soldier' Hrithik Roshan in Ayan Mukerji's globe-trotting actioner. watch . In The Indian Express (20 May 2025) . Retrieved 31 May 2025
  44. ↑ 4 Reasons Why 'War 2' Teaser Featuring Jr NTR, Hrithik Roshan And Kiara Advani Has Disappointed Fans, by Iraa Paul . In IndiaTimes (21 May 2025) . Retrieved 30 May 2025
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  47. ↑ ‘War 2’ trailer: Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR are battle-ready soldiers in Ayan Mukerji’s action drama . In The Hindu (25 July 2025) . Retrieved 25 July 2025
  48. ↑ War 2 GRAND event in Hyderabad: Hrithik Roshan tells Jr NTR fans, “You will love my brother the same way FOREVER”; tells NTR, “No matter whether or not we do another film, I will always keep tasting your biryani” : Bollywood News . In Bollywood Hungama (2025-08-10) . Retrieved 2025-08-10
  49. ↑ War 2 worldwide box office Day 1: Jr NTR rescues Hrithik Roshan’s film from lowest-ever Spy Universe opening; movie makes Rs 52 crore . In The Indian Express (15 August 2025) . Retrieved 15 August 2025
  50. ↑ War 2 vs Coolie box office: Rajinikanth shows who's the boss; beats Hrithik Roshan in Hindi belt, NTR in Telugu states . In Hindustan Times (2025-08-14) . Retrieved 2025-08-15
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