The casting of Kiara Advani alongside Hrithik Roshan in "War 2" has ignited discussions about the age gap between the actors, despite fan excitement surrounding the film. With Hrithik Roshan being 51 and Kiara Advani being 33, the 18-year age difference has become a talking point among fans.
"War 2," directed by Ayan Mukerji, is the sixth installment in the YRF Spy Universe, following "Ek Tha Tiger," "Tiger Zinda Hai," "War," "Pathaan," and "Tiger 3". The film features Hrithik Roshan reprising his role as Major Kabir Dhaliwal and introduces Jr NTR as Agent Vikram, marking his Bollywood debut. Kiara Advani plays a lead female role, with fans speculating her character's connection to Colonel Luthra. The film is slated to release on August 14, 2025, coinciding with India's Independence Day.
The recently released trailer provides glimpses of a globe-trotting action drama, showcasing intense action sequences involving Hrithik, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani. The storyline reveals that Kabir has gone rogue, becoming "India's greatest villain," prompting the nation to send Agent Vikram after him. The synopsis teases a "brutal Cat versus Rottweiler game" between Kabir and Vikram, with the entire world as their battleground.
While many fans are excited about the film's action and the fresh pairing of Hrithik and Kiara, some have expressed reservations about their age difference. Some social media users have commented on the perceived lack of chemistry due to the age gap. Others have drawn comparisons to typical Bollywood casting trends where male actors often romance younger actresses. Some fans have expressed that they would rather see Kiara paired with Jr NTR instead.
Despite the age gap concerns, many fans are eager to see Kiara Advani in action mode. The trailer showcases her engaging in fight sequences, hinting that her role is more than just a romantic interest. Some fans have also theorized that her character, Kavya Luthra, may have a deeper connection to the existing characters in the YRF Spy Universe, possibly being the daughter of Colonel Luthra.
Yash Raj Films is celebrating 25 years of Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in cinema with the release of "War 2". The trailer has been praised for its high-octane action, powerful dialogues, and the dynamic screen presence of Hrithik and Jr NTR. Fans have lauded the film's darker and grittier tone compared to its predecessor, expressing excitement for the clash between the two leads.
"War 2" is expected to be a major cinematic event, releasing in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil across 7,500 screens globally, including IMAX. The film's release is strategically planned to coincide with India's Independence Day, further amplifying the anticipation and excitement surrounding this action-packed spy thriller.
