Here are some fascinating facts and details about War 2 that every movie buff should know.
1.Part of the YRF Spy Universe
War 2 is not just a sequel to War (2025) starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff, but also a key film in the YRF Spy Universe. This shared cinematic universe already includes hits like Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, and Pathaan. War 2 connects major characters from this spy franchise, making it a crucial chapter in the saga.
2. Star Cast and Characters
The cast of War 2 is one of its biggest highlights:Hrithik Roshan reprises his role as Kabir Dhaliwal, the stylish and fearless RAW agent.N. T. Rama Rao Jr. (Jr. NTR) makes his Bollywood debut in a powerful role, adding huge excitement among fans across India.Kiara Advani plays the female lead, adding glamour and energy to the film.Veteran stars Anil Kapoor and Ashutosh Rana play supporting but impactful roles.The Hrithik–Jr. NTR face-off is one of the most talked-about elements of the movie.
3. Production Scale and Shooting Locations
With an estimated budget of ₹300–400 crore, War 2 ranks among the most expensive Indian films ever made.The film was shot across multiple countries including Spain, Italy, Abu Dhabi, Japan, Russia, and India.The shooting lasted more than 150 days, packed with large-scale stunts and high-octane action sequences.One of the biggest highlights is a mid-ocean battle sequence, along with high-speed chases, aerial stunts, and hand-to-hand combat scenes.A grand dance number featuring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR was filmed with over 500 background dancers, choreographed by Bosco Martis.Interestingly, Hrithik Roshan suffered a leg injury during filming, which briefly delayed the schedule.
4. Music and Technical Crew
The music of War 2 is handled by some of Bollywood’s best talents:Songs: Composed by Pritam.Background Score: Sanchit and Ankit Balhara, who previously worked on War and Pathaan.Screenplay: Shridhar Raghavan.Dialogues: Abbas Tyrewala.Cinematography: Benjamin Jasper.Editing: Aarif Sheikh.The music album mixes high-energy dance tracks with intense background music to match the action.
5. Actor Salaries
Who Got Paid What?The star cast took home massive paychecks:Jr. NTR reportedly charged around ₹70 crore.Hrithik Roshan earned ₹50 crore plus a profit-sharing deal.Kiara Advani took home ₹15 crore.Director Ayan Mukerji himself was paid ₹32 crore.These numbers alone show the grand scale of investment in this spy thriller.
6. Release Strategy
War 2 was released on 14th August 2025, just before Independence Day, to maximize collections.It was released in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu (dubbed).Audiences could watch it in premium formats like IMAX, 4DX, and Dolby Cinema.The release date sparked some controversy since it coincided with Pakistan’s Independence Day (14 August), but YRF stuck with the plan for patriotic appeal in India.
7. Box Office Performance
The film opened to massive hype and record numbers:Opening Day Collection: ₹52 crore in India, ₹84 crore worldwide – the biggest opener of Hrithik Roshan’s career.It also became Kiara Advani’s highest opener to date.However, despite the historic start, War 2 soon slowed down:By the third week, it had collected just over ₹250 crore in India, struggling against competition from films like Coolie and Param Sundari.Piracy also impacted its box office performance.In the end, it became the lowest-grossing film in the Spy Universe, though still among the top five highest-grossing Indian films of 2025.
8. Critical Reception
The reactions to War 2 were mixed:Positive notes: Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR’s screen presence, breathtaking visuals, and large-scale stunts.Criticisms: Weak story, over-the-top action, average VFX, and uneven direction.Some reviewers compared the disappointment to Thugs of Hindostan—a film that had scale but failed in execution. Reports also suggested creative differences between Hrithik Roshan and director Ayan Mukerji over the film’s length and screenplay.
9. Quick Fun Facts
War 2 is the sixth Spy Universe film after Pathaan.Jr. NTR’s Bollywood debut created buzz across India.Filming covered six international countries.It had a 173-minute runtime, making it one of the longest spy thrillers.Despite mixed reviews, it remains one of the most-discussed Bollywood films of 2025.
Conclusion
War 2 (2025) may not have lived up to all expectations, but it cemented its place in Bollywood history with its grand scale, international flavor, and the much-awaited Bollywood debut of Jr. NTR. For fans of action-packed cinema, the film delivered some unforgettable moments, even if the storytelling didn’t impress everyone.