War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, finally released on August 14. Fans flocked to theatres as early as 5 am to catch the first shows. Social media quickly filled with reactions, leading to mixed reviews. Some viewers praised the action and star power, while others criticised the story and visual effects.
War 2 Review: Hrithik Roshan And Jr NTR Starrer Gets Mixed Response Online
The film has impressed audiences with its high-energy action scenes. One viewer wrote, “A mind boggling 1st half in the recent times. The best action sequences in the Indian cinema till date.”
The trailer (released on July 25) had already created huge excitement with the showdown between Hrithik Roshan’s Major Kabir and Jr NTR’s Agent Vikram. Fans were eager for the sleek choreography, explosive fights, and romance mixed with spy action.
However, many viewers found the story weak and predictable. A user wrote, “#war2 did not reach the minimum expectations of the audience of both Telugu and Hindi. Routine recycled old template with no high. Biggest disaster ever.”
Another said, “#War2 is full torture. Only loud music and slo-mo entries, that’s it. Weak story, poor VFX and predictable twists.”
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About The Film
War 2 brings together big names from Bollywood and South Indian cinema. Hrithik Roshan reprises his role as Major Kabir Dhaliwal, while Jr NTR makes his Bollywood debut as the mysterious Agent Vikram. Kiara Advani plays Air Force officer Kavya Luthra. Ashutosh Rana returns as Colonel Sunil Luthra, connecting the film to its predecessor.
The story follows RAW agents Major Kabir and Agent Vikram in a deadly game that quickly escalates from a national security mission to a personal battle. The cat-and-mouse chase takes the characters across continents, with loyalties constantly shifting. Kavya Luthra acts as a key link between the two men.