Hrithik Roshan Battles Through Blood & Sweat to Complete War 2’s Grueling 149-Day Shoot
Bollywood actor Hrithik Roshan has officially completed filming for War 2, the sequel to the successful 2019 film War. The actor posted a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter) explaining that the shoot lasted for 149 days. He stated that it involved a lot of chasing, action, dancing, along with a lot of blood, sweat, and injuries.
War 2 by Ayan Mukerji will feature high-octane action with six major sequences filmed in five different countries. Hrithik Roshan is back as RAW agent Major Kabir Dhaliwal, alongside Jr. NTR and Kiara Advani in what might be the most action-filled film in the YRF SpyUniverse.
It Was All Worth It: Hrithik Pays a Heartfelt Tribute to the Team
In his social media post, Hrithik thanked Jr NTR, co-stars, and crew, and referred to the latter's association as an honor. He referred to Kiara Advani's performance as lethal.
“Feeling a mixed bag of emotions as the cameras stopped rolling for #War2. 149 days of relentless chase, action, dance, blood, sweat, injuries... and it was all WORTH IT!- Hrithik Roshan”
Hrithik’s Kabir became an overnight phenomenon with 2019’s war. After 149 days of grueling filming, he admits that he needs time to feel like himself again.
Feeling a mixed bag of emotions as the cameras stopped rolling for #War2. 149 days of relentless chase, action, dance, blood, sweat, injuries... and it was all WORTH IT!@tarak9999 sir it has been an honor to work alongside you and create something so special together.… pic.twitter.com/MWCm4QMPyd
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) July 8, 2025
🎬 149 days. 5 countries. One mission. Hrithik Roshan officially wraps #War2, calling it a journey of blood, sweat, dance & pure passion. ( source: India Today)
Jr. NTR's Rave Reviews for Hrithik and Ayan Mukerji's Plan
Jr. NTR, who made his entry into the YRF Spy Universe with the film, concluded the shoot with an Instagram post. The actor expressed gratitude to director Ayan Mukerji and Hrithik Roshan for assembling a big surprise for the audience.
The wrap-up concluded with a dance finale, which was choreographed by Bosco Martis. The team was then invited back to Hrithik's home for cake and a sit-down dinner.
Jr. NTR wraps War 2 with admiration for Hrithik Roshan and Ayan Mukerji, calling it a powerful journey packed with surprises. ( source: India Today)
Future Developments: Anticipated Release Dates and Other Plans
War 2 will be released in theaters on August 14, 2025, in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu. It carries on their tradition of breaking the rules in action and storytelling that the YRF Spy universe is known for.
Hrithik is also said to have begun planning for Krrish 4, and Jr. NTR has several projects lined up.
A Cinematic Experience is Coming
War 2 will not just be another sequel. It is slated to be a monumental film with its incredible cast, world-trotting, and wild enthusiasm. Hrithik's goodbye to Kabir is personal. Jr. NTR coming to this universe will be explosive, and Ayan Mukerji's direction has promised much darker, spectacular experiences ahead.
The posts indicate that this movie is expected to be a blockbuster. Fans cannot wait and have already begun marking their calendars for an absolute blast of a movie.