The highly anticipated action thriller War 2, the sixth installment in the YRF Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 film War, has hit theaters worldwide on August 14, 2025, coinciding with the Indian Independence Day weekend. Directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra, the film stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani in lead roles, alongside Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor.
Ahead of its release, early reviews of War 2 have surfaced, generating buzz among fans. Critics are praising the film's power-packed action sequences and the stellar performances of its cast, particularly the chemistry between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR.
Several early reviews suggest that Hrithik Roshan carries the film, while Jr NTR complements him well, marking a deserving Bollywood debut for the Telugu superstar. One Twitter review stated that Hrithik Roshan carries the film on his shoulders, while Jr NTR complements him. The review also noted good action sequences and a dance face-off between the duo as treats to the eyes. However, some reviews mention a routine storyline and shady VFX, especially concerning Jr NTR's role. Some reviewers felt that Tiger Shroff was missed. Despite mixed reactions to the storyline and VFX, the film is expected to perform well at the box office during the Independence Day weekend.
Another early review called War 2 a "sure-shot hit". This review praised the magical chemistry between the two leads, their superb action, and an outstanding dance sequence. One fan lauded Jr NTR's entry scene and Hrithik Roshan's second-half performance, calling the action scenes "mind-blowing" and the climax "pure goosebumps". The emotional sequence in the film was also highlighted as its real heart.
War 2 pits Kabir (Hrithik Roshan) against Vikram (Jr NTR) in a cat-and-mouse chase across the globe. Years ago, Agent Kabir went rogue and became India's greatest villain. Now, India sends its deadliest agent, Vikram, to hunt him down. Vikram is described as a relentless terminator, driven by his own demons and determined to put a bullet into Kabir's skull. Kiara Advani plays Kavya Luthra, a cybersecurity expert with her own secrets, who becomes a key figure in the mission.
The film is the sixth installment in the YRF Spy Universe, following Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3.
War 2 was shot extensively in Mumbai, with schedules in Spain, Italy, and Abu Dhabi. The film's soundtrack is composed by Pritam, while Sanchit Balhara and Ankit Balhara composed the film score. The film has a runtime of 2 hours and 53 minutes.
