Hrithik Roshan And Jr NTR's War 2's Only Pre-Release Event To Happen In THIS City And It's Not Mumbai
War 2 skips multiple promos for one grand pre-release event in Hyderabad, capitalizing on Jr NTR's massive fan base.
YRF's War 2 is one of the most anticipated films of the year, boasting a stellar cast including Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani. With the makers opening advance booking for the film today, a new update has come in: they have decided to skip multiple pre-release events for promotions. Instead, there will be only one grand event.
The sole pre-release promotional event will take place in Hyderabad, and the reason couldn't be more obvious: the city is home to an ocean of die-hard NTR fans. The heart of Telangana is already pulsing with anticipation as thousands of admirers from across states pour into the city, eager to catch a glimpse of the RRR superstar.
While War 2 boast a stellar cast, industry insiders admit that NTR's inclusion has redefined the film's positioning on multiple levels, creatively, by adding a distinctive southern flavour to the franchise, and commercially, by ensuring unprecedented pan-India appeal.
This isn't just another promotional pitstop, it's the only one. The decision sends a strong message: the makers recognise the unmatched draw of Jr NTR in the South and his ability to generate national-level buzz.
With War 2 slated for a 2025 release, it will be followed closely by NTR's highly anticipated mytho-sci-fi spectacle NTR x Neel.
War 2 Advance Booking
Just about a week before the film's grand release, the makers announced that advance booking for the action thriller is now open, and tickets are currently on sale. The news also came with a special pre-release gift, as the makers dropped a new action promo of the film.
The action promo features yet another deadly fight between Hrithik and Jr NTR. While sharing the promo and announcing the opening of advance booking, the makers wrote,
'Are you ready to witness the CARNAGE in cinemas from August 14th? BOOK TICKETS NOW for #War2 and let us give you an experience to cherish for the rest of your lives 🔥🔥 Releasing in Hindi, Telugu & Tamil in theatres worldwide!"
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