
War 2 teaser: Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR face off in mega battle, fans say 'this will be bigger than RRR, Pathaan'. Watch
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The teaser features NTR and Hrithik in a battle to outwit and beat each other as the stakes get higher and action grows louder. Fans went gaga in excitement about the teaser. One wrote, 'It's A Blockbuster All Over.' Another added, 'Hrithik bringing the Kabir swag. Can't wait!'
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Many other predicted that the film will be the highest-grossing YRF Spy Universe film because of the combined star power of the two actors. 'This is a pan-India blockbuster,' wrote one. Another predicted, 'This will be bigger than RRR Pathaan.' Both the films grossed over ₹ 1000 crore worldwide.
War 2 will be releasing in theatres on August 14, the Independence Day weekend. {{^userSubscribed}}
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The teaser itself had been teased on Friday, when Hrithik Roshan took to social media and tagged Jr NTR, writing, "Hey @tarak9999, think you know what to expect on the 20th of May this year? Trust me you have NO idea what's in store. Ready?" In response, NTR wrote, 'Thank you in advance @iHrithik sir!!! Can't wait to hunt you down to give you a special return gift Kabir.' About War 2
War 2 is one of the highly anticipated films of Indian cinema. Apart from Jr NTR and Hrithik Roshan, the movie also stars Kiara Advani in a prominent role. The film is directed by Ayan Mukerji.
The film is a sequel to the 2019 action thriller War, which starred Hrithik Roshan, Tiger Shroff, and Vani Kapoor in the lead roles. Directed by Siddarth Anand, this high-octane action drama minted over ₹ 400 crores worldwide. {{^userSubscribed}}
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The YRF Spy Universe is the biggest IP in Indian cinema today, having only delivered blockbusters with titles like Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan, and Tiger 3. War 2 is the sixth YRF Spy Universe film to be released. Catch every big hit, every wicket with Crickit, a one stop destination for Live Scores, Match Stats, Infographics & much more. Explore now!.
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