War 2 is a celebration of Indian Cinema, Ayan Mukerji teases epic clash between Hrithik Roshan and NTR

War 2 is a celebration of Indian Cinema, Ayan Mukerji teases epic clash between Hrithik Roshan and NTR

Yash Raj Films’ War 2, directed by Ayan Mukerji, is shaping up to be the biggest cinematic event of 2025. As the sixth installment in the blockbuster YRF Spy Universe, War 2 not only continues the legacy of high-octane espionage thrillers but also raises the bar by bringing together two of Indian cinema’s most iconic stars — Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr.

In a recent statement, Ayan Mukerji opened up about the creative challenges and responsibilities of helming such a massive film. “It is a huge responsibility to take forward a hugely loved franchise like War and leave your own mark on it,” he said. “I saw directing War 2 as a relishing opportunity to give a hat-tip to the first film. You can’t have fun otherwise while coming on board such a huge blockbuster franchise.”

Mukerji emphasized that the heart of War 2 lies in the intense conflict between the two protagonists, played by Roshan and NTR. “Everything about War 2 has been crafted with a lot of planning to elevate the theatrical experience of the audience,” he explained. “The maximum time was spent on the action set pieces and crafting the storyline and the conflict which was needed to mount the face-off between Hrithik Roshan and NTR.”

This wasn’t just about writing a script — it was about creating a narrative strong enough to justify the epic showdown. “One has to take what has been set and then make the fans of the film and the fans of these gigantic superstars of our country go on a journey that is new, that hopefully leaves them hungry for more,” Mukerji shared.

Calling War 2 a celebration of the might of Indian cinema, Ayan highlighted how this film represents a cultural milestone. “We were aware of the expectations this pairing would set in the minds of their fans and the audience, and every second was spent thinking of how to give them an experience of a lifetime when they sit in the theatres.”

War 2 is set to release in theatres worldwide on August 14, 2025, promising a cinematic spectacle that fans across the country — and beyond — are eagerly waiting for.