Get all the latest on War 2 - release date, advance booking figures, CBFC edits, cast details, runtime, dance battle highlights, and more from the Hrithik Roshan - Jr NTR action thriller.
Bollywood’s action spectacle War 2 is all set to make a thunderous entry into cinemas this Independence Day weekend. Here’s everything you need to know about its release date, ticket sales, CBFC edits, star-studded cast, and more.
Release Date & Formats
War 2 will release on 14 August 2025, just ahead of the long holiday weekend. The film will be available in multiple viewing formats, including Standard, IMAX, 4DX, Dolby Cinema, and ICE. Apart from Hindi, audiences can also enjoy dubbed versions in Telugu and Tamil.
Advance Booking Buzz
Ticket sales opened on 10 August 2025, and the response was nothing short of explosive. On the first day alone, over 1.26 lakh tickets were sold, generating around ₹8.5 crore in revenue. According to early trade estimates, advance bookings have already touched ₹2.24 crore, with overall sales projected to cross ₹6–7 crore before release. The film has locked in 5,000 screens across India, making it one of the widest Hindi releases to date.
CBFC Edits & Runtime Changes
The Central Board of Film Certification cleared War 2 with several modifications:
- Muted or removed six instances of objectionable dialogues and gestures.
- Trimmed certain bikini shots of Kiara Advani, cutting about 9 seconds of footage.
The original runtime stood at 179 minutes 49 seconds (nearly 3 hours). After voluntary edits by the makers, the film now runs for approximately 173 minutes (~2 hours 53 minutes), ensuring a tighter and more engaging pace.
Dance Battle Highlight
One of the most talked-about moments from War 2 is the high-energy dance-off between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR in the song “Janaab-e-Aali”. The full sequence will only be shown in cinemas, promising fans a big-screen treat.
(War 2 Janaab-e-Aali dance battle Hrithik Jr NTR)On the flip side, the track “Aavan Javan” has sparked mixed reactions online, with some social media users poking fun at its choreography and on-screen chemistry.
Cast & Crew
The film brings together a powerhouse cast:
- Hrithik Roshan as Major Kabir Dhaliwal
- Jr NTR as Special Units Officer Vikram (Hindi debut)
- Kiara Advani as Kavya Luthra
- Ashutosh Rana reprising his role as Colonel Sunil Luthra
- Anil Kapoor in a pivotal role
Directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, War 2 is the latest chapter in the YRF Spy Universe.
Why This Film Is an Event
With its massive release scale, star-powered cast, jaw-dropping action, and connection to YRF’s larger spy franchise, War 2 is poised to dominate the box office. Add in a near 3-hour runtime packed with stunts, a rare dance battle, and holiday timing, and you have all the ingredients for a blockbuster.
If you’re planning to catch War 2 on opening weekend, you might want to book your tickets early - this one’s going to be a sell-out.