War 2 advance booking: Hrithik-Jr NTR's spy saga sells over 67,000 tickets for Day 1
The film is facing a clash with Rajinikanth's 'Coolie', which will hamper its box office potential. However, the clash will be more relevant in the South market, where Rajini enjoys a God-like stature in cinemas. Up North, it's going to be business as usual with Hrithik's solid screen presence and a big Independence Day-weekend window.'War 2' is directed by Ayan Mukerji. It also stars Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, Shabir Ahluwalia and Alia Bhatt-Sharvari in special appearances. The film is hitting the screens on August 14.- EndsMust Watch
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