Ayan Mukerji on 'War 2': Core of this movie is very powerful and dramatic story

IANS May 23, 2025 446 views

Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has opened up about his upcoming film "War 2", emphasizing its compelling narrative and dramatic depth. He highlighted the incredible performances of lead actors Hrithik Roshan and NTR, describing them as a "once-in-a-lifetime duo". Mukerji expressed excitement about the film's potential to offer audiences a fresh perspective on the spy genre. The movie is scheduled for release on August 14, 2025, which interestingly coincides with the director's birthday eve.

"The Core of this movie is a very powerful and dramatic Story" - Ayan Mukerji
Ayan Mukerji on 'War 2': Core of this movie is very powerful and dramatic story
Mumbai, May 23: Filmmaker Ayan Mukerji has talked about what inspires him the most about his upcoming film “War 2” and said that the movie is driven by a powerful story and stellar performances by Hrithik Roshan and NTR.

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Ayan praises Hrithik Roshan and NTR's transformative performances

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Movie promises deep dive into spy genre

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Film set to release on August 14, 2025

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Aditya Chopra's leadership crucial to project

Ayan took to Instagram, where he shared several pictures from the sets of the upcoming actioner and even a note that began with: “Exciting Times.”

“With the Release of our Movie’s Teaser a few days ago, and 12 weeks to go before our Big Beautiful Movie hits Theatres, feels like the right time for me to share some thoughts…”

He went on to share what inspires him about “War 2”.

“While our movie has so much to offer our audiences with its big-screen spectacle energy, today I want to draw attention to what inspires Me most about War 2…” shared the filmmaker, who also added: “That the Core of this movie is a very powerful and dramatic Story - which really surprised me the first time I heard its script, and has been extremely exciting (and challenging) for me to bring to life.”

“And so, as we receive all this love and conversation for our first look of the film, I am longing for everyone to experience the actual journey of this movie’s story - which I believe to be, a new and deeper dive into the spy universe genre!”

He shared his appreciation for the team, Aditya Chopra, Kiara Advani, and the lead actors, and looks forward to audiences experiencing the movie on August 14.

“But since this is not the time to give it all away and since this is actually the first time I’m saying anything officially about directing War 2, I just want to put out some love for the amazing team I have had the privilege of collaborating with on this movie.”

Calling Kiara a “ray of sunshine,” he wrote: “With a special mention here to my lovely Kiara who is a ray of sunshine in the movie and a dear friend in my life today… But especially - the 3 Key Forces who set the foundation for me to build this ambitious movie on!”

Heaping praise on Aditya Chopra, Ayan added: “The Absolutely Amazing Leadership of Mr Aditya Chopra - from whom I have learnt so much over the last two years.”

“And who gave me this incredible opportunity to collaborate with the once-in-a-lifetime duo of - Mr. Hrithik Roshan and NTR !” he added about the two lead stars.

The director said that he cannot wait for the audiences to experience the magical work that “these two Giants have created in War 2 … not just with their mega movie-star energy but with the drama and depth that they have brought to their characters!”

He added: “So much more to share in the days to come, but for now, just putting out a whole lot of Gratitude for our Teaser Drop… and sharing a whole lot of Excited Energy for our audiences to discover so much War 2 Magic in the days ahead ! 14th August, 2025 (my birthday eve) - Here we Come ! @yrf @hrithikroshan @jrntr @kiaraaliaadvani."

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Hrithik + NTR combo is going to be fire! 🔥 Ayan Mukerji has proved himself with Brahmastra, and now taking on the spy genre - can't wait to see what he brings to War 2. August 2025 seems so far away though!
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Priya S.
I hope the story is as good as they're claiming. War 1 was entertaining but lacked depth. If Ayan can bring the emotional layers he showed in Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani to an action movie, it could be something special.
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Arjun M.
South-North collaboration is the future of Indian cinema! NTR bringing his mass appeal with Hrithik's style - what a combo. Hope they don't waste Kiara's talent though, she deserves more than just being "sunshine".
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Sneha R.
Ayan's passion is infectious! 😍 But please don't make it too complicated - we want masala entertainment with good story, not art film in action movie's clothing. War 1 had perfect balance, hope they maintain that.
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Vikram J.
Aditya Chopra's guidance + Ayan's vision + these superstars - this is going to be huge! But hope they don't overhype it. Just deliver solid entertainment with good VFX (unlike some recent Bollywood action films).
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Neha P.
Release date on Ayan's birthday eve is cute but August 2025?! Kya yaar, we have to wait so long? At least give us more teasers and BTS content to keep us engaged till then. Excited for this pan-India blockbuster!

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