War 2 Trailer Release: Hrithik Roshan vs Jr NTR – Kiara Advani Shines in New YRF Spy Thriller
War 2 trailer officially premiered on July 25, 2025, igniting instant fan frenzy with its intense showdown between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. Kiara Advani joins the high-surveillance YRF Spy Universe with a striking, action-packed cameo. Clocking in at around 2 minutes 35 seconds, the trailer teases an emotional, explosive, and visually spectacular cinematic experience.
Trailer Details & Official Highlights
Released On & Duration
- Hrithik reprises his role as Major Kabir Dhaliwal.
- Jr NTR makes his debut in Bollywood, playing a formidable, morally grey antagonist opposite Hrithik.
Kiara Advani’s Debut Sequence
#50DaysToWar2
— Kiara Advani (@advani_kiara) June 26, 2025
The countdown begins💥🔥
Releasing in Hindi, Telugu & Tamil on August 14th in cinemas worldwide! @iHrithik | @tarak9999 | #AyanMukerji | #War2 | #YRFSpyUniverse | @yrf pic.twitter.com/H7oToigSEm
About War 2
Directed by Ayan Mukerji, produced under Yash Raj Films, the film stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani, along with appearances by Anil Kapoor and Ashutosh Rana. It is the sixth installment in the YRF Spy Universe, with music by Pritam and cinematography by P. S. Vinod.
Filming & Global Scope
- Shot across six countries, including Spain, Italy, Abu Dhabi, Japan, Russia, and India over roughly 150 days.
- Features grand set pieces: sword fighting, mid‑ocean stunts, high-speed car/bike chases, and a musical dance sequence featuring Hrithik and Jr NTR.
Release & Controversies
- Theatrical release set for 14 August 2025, leveraging the Independence Day weekend. Available in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil.
Date Controversy
- The teaser originally featured “This Independence Day – 14 August”, which sparked backlash since it coincides with Pakistan’s Independence Day. Critics called it a tone‑deaf misstep overshadowing the trailer’s positive elements.
Audience Buzz & Reactions
- Social media erupted with comments like “screen couldn’t handle this much firepower”, praising the trailer’s intensity and dual-star charisma.
- #TigerShroff trended as fans missed the original hero from the first War film, especially after a visual homage in the trailer.
- A behind-the-scenes photo of Kiara Advani with Hrithik Roshan and director Ayan Mukerji (sans Jr NTR) stirred speculation over promotional strategy.
How is the #War2 Trailer ? pic.twitter.com/fJFp4N0lyM
— Nishit Shaw (@NishitShawHere) July 25, 2025
The War 2 trailer teasers an adrenaline-drenched saga of Hrithik Roshan vs Jr NTR, bolstered by Kiara Advani’s stylish action debut. With stunning visuals, high-stakes drama, and blockbuster ambitions, it’s shaping up to be one of 2025’s most hyped cinematic events. However, the earlier marketing slip‑up around the August 14 date reminds us filmmakers must get timing right too.
Let me know which part of the trailer you loved the most—Hrithik’s aura, Jr NTR’s antagonist energy, or Kiara’s action look. Don’t forget to comment below and share if you found this breakdown helpful!
