War 2 FIRST reviews out: Hrithik Roshan, Kiara Advani and Jr NTR starrer wins praise, fans call it a 'sure-shot hit'
Hrithik Roshan
,
Jr NTR
, and
Kiara Advani
's War 2 is already setting the internet abuzz ahead of its grand August 14 release. As the much-awaited action thriller gears up to clash with
Rajinikanth
's Coolie this Independence Day weekend, early reviews have started pouring in — and they promise power-packed action, stellar performances, and plenty of fan-favourite moments.
Mixed but exciting early reviews
One review read, '#War2 Inside Talks: -Good Action Sequences -#HrithikRoshan carries film on his shoulder, while #JrNTR compliments -Dance face off between duo is treat to eyes -Routine Story Line -VFX is shady , esp wrt #JrNTR role -#TigerShroff will be missed -Movie for Action lovers, average for others, #Fighter > #War2 #KiaraAdvani,' another one added, 'First Review #War2 : It is a sureshot hit. It has the magical chemistry of two handsome hunks,their superb action, and an outstanding dance picturised on both of them as its major plus points.
#JrNTR & #HrithikRoshan Stole the Show.'
Fans rave about performances and action
One fan wrote, 'Tarak's intro after 15 minutes? One of his BEST entries ever no debate there! He dominates the first half completely. But here's the twist Hrithik Roshan's SECOND HALF performance outshines even War 1! That's bound to raise some eyebrows! 👀💥 Action scenes? Mind-blowing. Climax? Pure goosebumps. And that emotional sequence? The real HEART of the film some say it's what saves the whole story.'
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Another fan added, '2 POST CREDIT Scenes of #War2 😮😮🚨💯 #AyanMukerji and #Adityachopra cooked 🔥😍 First post credit - #Alpha movie. Second post credit - #Pathan2 🔥🔥😮💯 JIM return to the franchise.'
War 2 releases on August 14, 2025, and is expected to deliver strong box office numbers over the Independence Day weekend.
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