On August 14, 2025, War 2, the long-awaited new movie in the YRF Spy Universe, came out in theaters at the same time as Rajinikanth’s Coolie. Ayan Mukerji directed the movie, which stars Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani. It’s an action-packed spy movie that takes place all over the world. People had very high hopes, but reviews have given a mixed but interesting picture.
Good Things in War 2
The action choreography is one of the best things to talk about. People who have seen the movie and critics have both praised the chase scenes, hand-to-hand combat, and dangerous stunts. The scale is definitely grand, and the set pieces were shot in interesting places that make the movie look even better. A lot of people have said that the action was “adrenaline-pumping” and “creatively staged.”
Performances are also very good. Hrithik Roshan shows once again why he is a reliable action star by being both charming and intense. Jr NTR is great, especially in his fight scenes and dance numbers. Kiara Advani also makes a strong impression, even though she doesn’t have much screen time. War 2 is a lot of fun for people who like stylized spectacle.
Box Office Fight with Coolie
War 2 had a lot of star power, but it had a lot of competition from Coolie. War 2 made about ₹31.37 crore net in India on its opening day, with a Hindi occupancy rate of about 23.02%. Trade trackers said that the net amount was between ₹25 crore and ₹35 crore. In contrast, Coolie did much better, making almost ₹39 crore net by 5 PM and breaking records for advance bookings with ₹37.3 crore in pre-sales alone.
The differences were most obvious in different parts of the country. Coolie was more popular in Tamil Nadu and Telangana, while War 2 was more popular in Hindi-speaking areas and some parts of the Telugu market. War 2 reportedly cost about ₹400 crore to make, while Coolie cost about ₹350 crore.
Different Reactions
There are different opinions about the story and screenplay. Some people thought the plot was interesting and emotional, while others thought it was too predictable and formulaic. People said the movie didn’t have a fresh story because it had long flashbacks and familiar spy-thriller beats.
There was also a lot of debate about the visual effects. Some of the VFX-heavy scenes were compared to video game graphics, and some parts of the movie unintentionally lowered the tension. Some people thought the movie was too long, even though it was full of action. This made the pacing and momentum suffer.
Things that are bad
A lot of people said that the movie’s biggest flaw was its weak script. Character motivations often seemed underdeveloped, and even though both Hrithik and Jr NTR gave great performances, they were sometimes held back by the material. People couldn’t help but compare this sequel to the first War, and many said it doesn’t have the same emotional highs as the first one.
Some of the over-the-top stunts went from exciting to unbelievable, which could test the patience of people who want a more realistic spy drama.
A Look at the Ratings
Most reviews of War 2 give it between 2.5/5 and 4/5. Fans are divided: some call it a “complete sensory experience,” while others call it a “missed opportunity.” For people who don’t go to the movies often, it’s better as a popcorn movie than a tightly woven spy thriller.
The Final Decision
War 2 has a lot of stars, a lot of action, and a lot of show. It’s a visually stunning action drama that works well on the big screen, but its predictable plot and sometimes over-the-top scenes keep it from being as good as the best spy thrillers. If you like the YRF Spy Universe or watching Hrithik and Jr NTR in action, you should watch it. Just don’t expect the story to be new and exciting.
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