Hey everyone! Today we are going to talk about a big movie that came out last year, “War 2”. This film was a part of the popular YRF Spy Universe. People had really high hopes for it because it brought together two huge stars, Hrithik Roshan and N. T. Rama Rao Jr., for the first time. We will look at how the movie did at the box office, how much it cost to make, and if it was a hit or not.
“War 2” is an action packed thriller that continues the story from the first “War” movie. It shows Hrithik Roshan as Kabir Dhaliwal, a former RAW agent who has gone rogue. N. T. Rama Rao Jr. plays Vikram Chelapathi, a special officer sent to find and stop Kabir. The movie promised a lot of thrilling action and a dramatic story.
The film was a big project by Yash Raj Films. It had a lot of buzz before its release. Everyone was excited to see these two big actors share the screen and deliver high octane stunts. The movie was made to be a grand spectacle for everyone to enjoy in cinemas.
Basic Details
Movie name: War 2
Category: Bollywood Box Office
Language: Hindi (also released in Telugu and Tamil versions)
Release date: August 14, 2025
Director: Ayan Mukerji
Main cast: Hrithik Roshan, N. T. Rama Rao Jr., Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana, Anil Kapoor
Runtime: 2 hours 53 minutes (173 minutes)
Where to watch: After its cinema run, “War 2” started streaming on Netflix from October 9, 2025. You could also buy or rent it on platforms like Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Budget
The makers of “War 2” spent a lot of money to bring this big action film to life. The reported budget for the movie was around ₹400 crore. This makes it one of the most expensive Indian films ever made.
Opening Day Collection
On its first day, “War 2” had a decent start at the box office. The movie collected an India net amount of ₹52.50 crore across all languages. The Hindi version alone brought in about ₹29 crore, while the Telugu version added a strong ₹23.25 crore. Worldwide, the film earned about ₹79.95 crore on its opening day. Another report stated an opening day worldwide gross of ₹82 crore.
Day Wise Box Office Collection
Here is a look at how “War 2” performed at the box office over its run. Please note that detailed daily numbers for all sections are not always public, so we will use the best available data.
| Day | India net collection | India gross collection | Overseas collection | Worldwide total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 collection | ₹52.50 Cr | ₹61.95 Cr | ₹18 Cr | ₹79.95 Cr |
| Day 2 collection | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 3 collection | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 4 collection | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 5 collection | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 6 collection | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Day 7 collection | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| First week total (8 days) | ₹204.59 Cr | ₹241.41 Cr | ₹68 Cr | ₹309.41 Cr |
| Second weekend total | Not available | Not available | Not available | Not available |
| Total India net collection | ₹244.29 Cr | |||
| Total India gross collection | ₹288.26 Cr | |||
| Overseas collection | ₹83 Cr | |||
| Worldwide collection | ₹371.26 Cr |
Latest Total Box Office Collection
By the end of its run in cinemas, “War 2” collected a total worldwide gross of about ₹371.26 crore. In India, the film’s net collection was around ₹244.29 crore, and the gross collection was ₹288.26 crore. From overseas markets, the movie earned about ₹83 crore.
Hit or Flop Status
Considering its massive budget of ₹400 crore, “War 2” needed to earn a lot of money to be called a hit. Experts said it needed to make about ₹650 crore just to break even and be a hit. However, the movie ended its theatrical run with a worldwide collection of ₹371.26 crore. This means that “War 2” was a “Losing” affair at the box office. It underperformed and failed to meet expectations. It was seen as an underperformer because it did not recover its high cost.
Earnings Report
Beyond the money earned from theaters, “War 2” also made money from other sources. The film’s digital streaming rights were sold to Netflix. It started streaming on Netflix from October 9, 2025. This was a big deal because it was the first movie from the YRF Spy Universe to stream only on Netflix. Details about earnings from satellite rights, music rights, or other digital rights are not available at this time.
Why People Liked It
“War 2” had a lot going for it. Fans were excited to see Hrithik Roshan as Kabir again. He is known for his cool action roles. The addition of South Indian superstar N. T. Rama Rao Jr. was a big draw too. People were eager to see him in his Hindi film debut and face off against Hrithik. The movie had big action scenes and a powerful story. These elements, along with the high production quality, made it an anticipated film for action lovers.
Cast Performance
Hrithik Roshan did a great job as Kabir, bringing his usual charm and intensity to the role. N. T. Rama Rao Jr. made a strong Hindi film debut, and his fan base especially helped boost the film’s collections in the Telugu-speaking areas. Kiara Advani also had a key role, and the supporting cast including Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor added strength to the film. The performances of the main actors were a big highlight for many viewers.
Public Response
The audience response to “War 2” was mixed. While many people praised the exciting action sequences, some found issues with the story’s pace. Initial expectations were very high, but the movie did not quite live up to them. Word of mouth played a role, and some reports said that poor word of mouth affected its box office numbers. Over time, the number of people watching the film in cinemas went down.
Final Words
“War 2” was a highly anticipated movie with a big budget and two major stars. Even though it had a good opening day, it struggled to maintain its momentum. The movie did not earn enough to cover its high costs, making it an underperformer at the box office. While it offered thrilling action and strong performances, it ultimately did not achieve the blockbuster success that was expected from such a big film in the YRF Spy Universe. You can always catch up on more Bollywood news and box office updates at B4BOLLY.
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Wikipedia, Koimoi, The Indian Express, India Today, Sacnilk, JustWatch, The Times of India, The Economic Times, Hindustan Times, MensXP, Movie Talkies, FilmiBeat, Metacritic, Mid-day, Bignewsnetwork.com.
