The highly anticipated film War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, is gearing up for a massive theatrical release on August 14, 2025, and the advance booking has now begun. The film, directed by Ayan Mukerji, also stars Kiara Advani in the female lead and is produced by Yash Raj Films. War 2 is the sixth film in YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 film War.

Advance bookings for the Hindi version of War 2 opened on August 10, while bookings for the Telugu and Tamil versions are scheduled to open on August 11. Early reports indicate strong demand for premium formats like IMAX and 4DX in metropolitan cities, with single screens in mass belts also preparing for a high turnout.

Trade experts predict that the advance booking numbers will continue to climb as the release date approaches. The film has already made waves with pre-sales, crossing 9,000 tickets sold for day 1. As of August 10, War 2 had grossed over ₹36 lakh at the Indian box office from advance bookings. Maharashtra, Delhi, and West Bengal are the top-performing states in early bookings.

A promo of the dance number "Janaab-E-Aali / Salam Anali" has been released, showcasing Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR's electrifying dance moves. The full song is being reserved for the big-screen experience, but the promo has already generated significant excitement among fans. Composed by Pritam, the song features high-energy choreography and stunning visuals.

The chemistry between Hrithik and Jr NTR in the dance promo is a major highlight, with their sync and charisma lighting up every frame. While some viewers have praised the choreography, others have criticized the music for lacking impact. Despite mixed reviews for the song's music, the film is expected to draw large crowds.

War 2 is set to release on 5000 screens in Hindi across India, including exclusive releases in IMAX, 4DX, ICE, and Dolby Cinema formats. Yash Raj Films has reportedly secured a significant portion of single screens and multiplex screens for the Hindi version of the film. The film has been certified 'UA' 16+ by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in India for all three versions. The Hindi version has a runtime of 2 hours, 53 minutes, and 24 seconds, while the Telugu and Tamil versions have runtimes of 2 hours, 51 minutes, and 44 seconds.

War 2 is anticipated to be one of the biggest openers of the year and is expected to perform strongly in the Hindi and Telugu markets.