War 2 opened to a below par ₹28 crore nett in India on its first day, with national chains contributing ₹13 crore. The extended Independence Day weekend will be crucial for its box office recovery.
Set against a global backdrop and featuring large-scale action set-pieces, the film was expected to raise the stakes for the franchise. However, despite its star-studded cast and technical scale, War 2 falters on several critical fronts.
Alia Bhatt is teaming up with Ayan Mukerji’s former assistant, Sreeti Mukerji, for a vibrant coming-of-age drama set on an Indian college campus. Produced under Eternal Sunshine Pictures and Chalkboard Entertainment, the Amazon Prime Video film begins shooting in October and marks Alia’s first feature collaboration with the platform.
Trouble in the Spy Universe? A new report claims Hrithik Roshan and director Ayan Mukerji clashed over the runtime of War 2, with the star allegedly trimming the film himself after finding the initial 3-hour-plus cut too long.
The official runtime for War 2 is locked at a massive 2 hours and 53 minutes, making it the longest film in the YRF Spy Universe. The Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr. starrer also features a top-secret post-credit scene that has been kept under wraps.
The War 2 trailer has fans buzzing with theories—Kiara Advani’s character appears to be Colonel Luthra’s daughter, while a hidden photo of Tiger Shroff sparks speculation about his return as a potential cameo in the YRF Spy Universe thriller.
The trailer of War 2 is finally out! Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR face off in YRF’s biggest spy thriller yet. Packed with action, scale, and surprises—this Independence Day clash is one to watch.
YRF’s War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr, becomes the first Indian film to release in Dolby Cinema across multiple countries, including a landmark debut in India on August 14.
Vaani Kapoor breaks her silence on not being part of War 2, responds with humour and praise while wishing the team well. Kiara Advani steps in as the female lead alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.
Hrithik Roshan wraps up shooting for War 2 with a heartfelt note, praising Kiara Advani’s “lethal” performance and calling it an honor to work with Jr NTR—while notably skipping a photo with his co-star.
War 2 locks an exclusive two-week IMAX showcasing across India’s 33 premium screens and key global markets, setting the stage for one of the biggest action spectacles of 2025.
As the countdown to War 2 begins, YRF has dropped fiery new posters featuring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani. The high-octane spy thriller, directed by Ayan Mukerji, is set to release in theatres on August 14, 2025.
