The teaser of the much-awaited action thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, was released on May 20 and has already set the internet on fire. Marking his first full-fledged role in a Bollywood film, Jr NTR has become a massive talking point in the Hindi belt, especially for his intense performance and screen presence in the teaser.
Jr NTR’s Role and Remuneration Shocks Bollywood
According to Bollywood media reports, Jr NTR is being paid ₹60 crore for his role in War 2. This puts him among the highest-paid South Indian actors in Bollywood. While some were surprised by this figure, fans and industry insiders believe it is justified given NTR’s global popularity post-RRR and his massive fan base across India.
NTR to Play a Negative Role?
The teaser hints at NTR playing a stylish antagonist, going head-to-head with Hrithik Roshan. His powerful screen presence, commanding look, and action-packed glimpses have set high expectations. The idea of a dance-fight combo between Hrithik and NTR is generating massive buzz across social media.
War 2 Shot Across 6 Countries
Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 is part of the YRF Spy Universe and is being made on a massive scale. Despite being in development for two years, the team has completed only 150 shooting days so far. Major action and dance sequences have been shot in Spain, Italy, Abu Dhabi, Japan, Russia, and India.
Release Date and Final Schedule
The film is set to release worldwide on August 14, 2025, ahead of India’s Independence Day. Due to a recent injury, Hrithik Roshan had to pause filming, but the shoot is expected to resume by the end of June. The film reportedly features only one dance sequence, which is highly anticipated due to the combination of two of India’s best dancers.