The excitement surrounding War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, is reaching fever pitch as the release date of August 14th approaches. The film, directed by Ayan Mukerji, promises to be a high-octane action thriller and a significant addition to Yash Raj Films' (YRF) Spy Universe.
Adding to the anticipation, the makers of War 2 are gearing up to release a glimpse of the film's highly anticipated dance track, "Janaabe Aali," featuring a face-off between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. The full song will be exclusive to theaters. A sneak peek of "Janaabe Aali" is set to be unveiled soon, offering audiences a preview of the visual spectacle.
Jr NTR himself fueled the excitement by posting on X (formerly Twitter): "There will be WAR on the dance floor too! Tomorrow, catch a glimpse of the dance rivalry that you can ONLY watch on the BIG SCREEN when #War2 releases in cinemas from 14th Aug worldwide in Hindi, Telugu & Tamil!". The post included a picture of him and Hrithik in matching white outfits surrounded by dancers, further piquing the curiosity of fans.
Hrithik Roshan has also been generous in his praise for his co-star, Jr NTR. At a recent event in Sri Lanka, Hrithik lauded Jr NTR's dancing skills, stating, "Jr NTR is incredible, and a true champ. He's the first co-star I've worked with who doesn't need rehearsals. He has every step inside him already. That amazed me completely. Working on the dance-off with Jr NTR was an extraordinary experience, and I learned a lot from him, which I'll now incorporate". This compliment, coming from Hrithik, who is known for his exceptional dancing, is high praise for Jr NTR.
The film has already generated buzz with the release of its first song, "Aavan Jaavan," on July 31st, which features Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani. The romantic track, sung by Arijit Singh and Nikhita Gandhi, is set against the backdrop of scenic Italian locations.
War 2 marks Jr NTR's Bollywood debut, where he will be playing a formidable antagonist. Jr NTR revealed that the script's potential and his desire to work with Hrithik Roshan were key factors in his decision to sign on for the film. He believes that War 2 represents a unification of North and South cinema, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the Indian film industry.
The film is reportedly eyeing a 'U/A16+' rating from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). The film is expected to have a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 53 minutes. With a production budget of approximately Rs 400 crore, War 2 is one of the most expensive films in the YRF Spy Universe, surpassing Tiger 3 and Pathaan. Actor salaries alone are said to account for nearly Rs 150 crore of the total budget.
War 2 is not just a standalone film; it expands the interconnected Spy Universe. Social media is abuzz with speculation that Jr NTR will appear 30 minutes into the film.
