Released on 14 August 2025, War 2 is the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War and the sixth installment in the YRF Spy Universe. With a budget of ₹300–400 crore, it stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, and Anil Kapoor.
Plot & Themes
- The story follows Kabir Dhaliwal (Hrithik Roshan), a former RAW agent who goes rogue and becomes a threat to national security.
- Vikram Chelapathi (Jr NTR), a special unit officer, is tasked with neutralizing him.
- Themes include betrayal, patriotism, and global espionage, but critics note the narrative often loses focus.
Performances
- Hrithik Roshan delivers a stylish yet familiar performance, reprising his role with charisma.
- Jr NTR brings intensity and emotional depth, often stealing the spotlight.
- Kiara Advani adds glamour but has limited scope.
- Supporting roles by Anil Kapoor and Ashutosh Rana provide gravitas.
Technical Aspects
- Cinematography by Benjamin Jasper captures exotic global locations, though some critics likened it to a “travel brochure.”
- Music by Pritam (songs) and Sanchit & Ankit Balhara (score) adds energy but lacks memorability compared to War (2019).
- Editing by Aarif Sheikh struggles with pacing, making the 173-minute runtime feel stretched.
Reception
- IMDb rating: 5.3/10
- Rotten Tomatoes: 30/100
- Times of India praised the action but noted momentum issues.
- WION highlighted the film’s reliance on VFX and friendship themes over espionage.
- India Today criticized it as “a travel brochure with no real story.”
- Box office: ₹303–351 crore worldwide, underwhelming compared to expectations.
