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3 days ago

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Rajinikanth's Coolie vs Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2 Day 3 Collection: Downward Trend Continues As YRF Film Sees Alarming Drop

Mumbai, August 17 - The much-hyped Independence Day box office clash between Tamil tentpole Coolie and Bollywood blockbuster War 2 is turning out to be a no-real clash as Rajinikanth-starrer is running away with a big lead, even though both films have underperformed compared to sky-high expectations. ## There were massive expectations from both films, as the trade circles had predicted a combined domestic gross of 600–700 crores during the extended four-day holiday weekend. However, the cumulative figure for Coolie and War 2 is now tracking under ₹450 crores gross, making the clash a dampener in terms of overall box office numbers. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie opened with historic numbers, delivering the biggest-ever opening for a Tamil film. The gangster action drama, despite receiving mixed to negative reviews, has managed to stay afloat with strong festival holiday support; however, the trend has been on the downward side.## After three days, Coolie has grossed over 185 crores in India and 320+ crores worldwide, becoming the fastest Tamil film to achieve the milestone of 300 crores. Day 3 saw a noticeable drop of around 30%, with collections of ₹45+ crores gross domestically, but the overall momentum still positions the film for an extended weekend in the 375–400 crores worldwide range. The key test lies ahead, as sustaining beyond the holiday period could be challenging with muted word of mouth. ## On the other side, Ayan Mukerji's directorial War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has struggled to hold after its underwhelming opening. The spy actioner saw an alarming 40% drop on Saturday, despite the Krishna Janmashtami holiday. The Telugu version collapsed, dipping below 10 crores gross, signalling weak traction in South markets. ## In Hindi, the film managed 26–27 crores net (32 crores gross) on Day 3, taking its three-day total to around 100 crores net (120 crores gross). The extended weekend is projected to close around 125 crores net (150 crores gross) in Hindi. However, the Telugu version is a letdown, with a 3-day haul of just 50 crores gross (42+ crores net). ## Overall, War 2 has clocked approximately 170 crores gross domestically (142+ crores net) and around 215 crores worldwide after three days. With poor reviews and mixed audience feedback, sustaining momentum during weekdays could prove difficult, mirroring Coolie's concerns. ## Stay tuned...

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3 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR Thank Fans For 'War 2' Response

Mumbai, August 16 - Yash Raj Films' highly anticipated spy action thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has hit the big screens, and the lead actors are overwhelmed by the love pouring in from audiences worldwide. Both stars took to social media to express gratitude for the film's reception. ## Hrithik, who reprises his iconic role of Kabir, shared an emotional note with fans - ## "In Kabir's world, battles may be won... but the war goes on. A character that came to life in 2019 has only fueled my fire as an actor & entertainer. Witnessing all your cheers & celebrations in cinema halls only makes Kabir taller and my heart fuller. Kabir was and always will be one of my most cherished on-screen characters. Thank you for all your love & well-wishes for #War2 and Kabir." ## In Kabir's world, battles may be won.. but the war goes on. A character that came to life in 2019, has only fueled my fire as an Actor & Entertainer. Witnessing all your cheers & celebrations in cinema halls, only makes Kabir taller and my heart fuller. Kabir was and always… pic.twitter.com/Is2sSC4uEj— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) August 16, 2025 ## Hrithik's co-star, Jr. NTR, who makes his grand Bollywood debut with War 2, also acknowledged the fans' support for the film and his character - “I am seeing your love for #War2 and I love you back for it... Incredible to see the public support for our film, which we made with a lot of passion. Let's goooo!" ## I am seeing your love for #War2 and I love you back for it… Incredible to see the public support for our film which we made with a lot of passion. Let’s goooo!@ihrithik @advani_kiara #AyanMukerji @yrf #YRFSpyUniverse pic.twitter.com/fl0eEoO9hK— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) August 16, 2025 ## With Hrithik and NTR joining forces, War 2 has become one of the most talked-about releases of the year, carrying forward the legacy of YRF's Spy Universe. Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film's adrenaline-pumping action sequences and star power have drawn big crowds to theatres. ## It is the 6th film in the YRF spy universe and a direct sequel to 2019's War. Also starring Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Ashutosh Rana, the film is doing well at the box office, grossing around 168 crores worldwide, including 130 crores gross in India in 2 days. ## Stay tuned...

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4 days ago

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Rajinikanth's Coolie vs Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2 Day 2 Collection: Hindi Version Overcome Negative Reviews While Other Versions Succumb

Mumbai, August 16 - The Independence Day box office clash between two of the biggest Indian films of 2025 – Rajinikanth's Coolie and Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2 – continues to generate massive headlines. After the opening day, both films faced their own share of challenges on Day 2. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, Coolie had a record-breaking opening in India and overseas, but the negative reviews and mixed word of mouth affected the film badly, as overall day 2 collection dropped below 100 crores worldwide, especially the South Indian versions. ## War 2, on the other hand, had an underwhelming start of around 85 crores worldwide, and the second day collection is also in the same range. However, just like Coolie, the South Indian versions of Ayan Mukerji's directorial dipped badly, which is a concerning sign going forward. ## Hindi Version Scored Big Jump On Day For War 2 and Coolie ## While the negative reviews and mixed word of mouth have put a massive dent in both films' South India versions, it is the Hindi which found an upward trend with solid jumps. War 2 had the lowest opening in the YRF's Spy Universe with 29 crores net (Hindi), but the movie bounced back strongly on Friday, which also happened to be Independence Day holiday. ## The Hindi version of War 2 jumped by over 50% on the second day to score around 44.50 crores net (53 crores gross), pushing the two Hindi net to around 73.50 crores (88+ crores gross) in 2 days. The same happened with Coolie, for which the Hindi version witnessed a rise of around 40% to score approximately 6.30 crores net (7.50 crores gross), taking 2 days total to around 11 crores (13 crores gross). ## Overall, Coolie grossed approximately 64.75 crores in India on day 2 in all versions, dropping by around 15% from opening day figures, pushing total domestic cume to around 142 crores. War 2, on the other hand, jumped by around 10% to gross approximately 68.50 crores on the second day, for the two-day total of 130 crores gross. ## Coolie and War 2 Two Days Worldwide Collection ## After a huge overseas opening day of 76.75 crores, Coolie dipped massively on day 2 to gross around 30 crores, taking its total overseas collection to 106 crores. With this, the movie's worldwide collection stands at around 245 crores in 2 days. War 2 has grossed approximately 40 crores overseas in 2 days, for the worldwide cume total of 168 crores gross. ## Stay tuned...

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4 days ago

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War 2 Second Day (Day 2) Early Estimates: Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR-Starrer Gains Momentum After Slow Start

Mumbai, August 15 - After an underwhelming opening day collection of approximately 29 crores net, Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR-fronted War 2 has made a strong comeback at the box office in the Hindi version, with a solid jump of around 50%. ## The Ayan Mukerji's directorial action spectacle has taken the full advantage of the Independence Day holiday as early estimates suggest 43-45 crores net collection in Hindi on its second day, pushing total Hindi net to around 73 crores in two days. ## The movie got poor reviews from critics, while online audience reception also seemed to be mixed. Considering that, the movie has done very well on the second day. There might not be a big jump on Saturday or Sunday. If the movie manages to hold collection in the same range with marginal growth, it will give it a chance to perform during the weekdays, which needs to be seen. ## The jump in collections comes on the back of improved occupancies in major metros and solid evening and night show turnouts. The Independence Day holiday effect in some regions and strong single-screen performance in mass belts further contributed to the surge in the Hindi versions. ## While the Hindi version scores an encouraging surge in the collection, War 2's collection dips in Telugu versions, as all India estimates are in the range of 70 crores gross on the second day, which is otherwise a 10% growth from the opening day. It needs to be seen how the movie performs in non-Hindi versions going forward. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

5 days ago

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Coolie vs War 2 Box Office Day 1: Rajinikanth-starrer Leads By Big Margin Against Hrithik Roshan, and Jr. NTR-fronted

Mumbai, August 15 - The heavyweight box office clash between Coolie and War 2 turned into a one-sided battle, as far as the opening day is concerned, as the superstar Rajinikanth-fronted has taken a big lead over the Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR-starrer, worldwide. ## Riding on the massive pre-release buzz, both films, however, met with mixed reception from critics, but the record-breaking advance booking of Coolie proved to be the difference between the two films on the opening day, both domestically and overseas box office. ## Directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, the Tamil gangster action drama has created a record-breaking opening for Tamil cinema, with early estimates suggesting 155+ crores worldwide opening, including around a record 80 crores gross in India, and a record 75 crores gross in the international markets in all versions, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, and Kannada. ## On the other hand, Ayan Mukerji's directorial underperformed on its first day, especially in Hindi, despite releasing on over 5000 screens nationwide. In India, the movie grossed an estimated 65 crores in all versions, including around an estimated 35 crores (29 crores net) in the original Hindi version. ## In terms of domestic Hindi, War 2 has the lowest opening in the Yash Raj Films' Spy Universe, behind Ek Tha Tiger (33 crores net). Worldwide, the film minted around 85 crores gross (final number awaited), which is the third biggest opening in the Spy Universe, after Tiger 3 (94 crores) and Pathaan (105 crores). War 2 is the sixth film in the universe. ## Turn of Tides on Day 2? ## After the below-par opening, War 2 is showing a strong turnaround on the second day, which is Independence Day, with much higher occupancy than Coolie. As reported yesterday, the Google and BookMyShow ratings are much stronger for the Bollywood tentpole than the Tamil blockbuster, and that might change the tides going forward. ## If this momentum continues, beyond the Holiday period, War 2 might emerge winner in this mega box office clash, but for now, Coolie has a clear lead over its rival in the overall collection. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

7 days ago

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War 2 First Day Advance Booking In India: Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR-starrer Picks Up After Telugu States Opening

Hyderabad, August 12 - The advance booking of War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has finally gained momentum following its opening in the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Initially slated to open on August 11, pre-sales in these regions were delayed by a day due to a pending government order regarding ticket price hikes. ## Prior to bookings opening in the Telugu states, War 2 had secured around 10 crore gross (with block seats) for the opening day for its Hindi version, which is a decent figure, though slightly below trade expectations. The scenario changed once Telugu state bookings went live, with BookMyShow registering over 20,000 ticket sales per hour for the first time. ## This surge is expected to give Hindi belt sales a much-needed push, especially in North India, as the film heads into its August 14 release with just over a day of pre-sales left. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 is clashing with superstar Rajinikanth's gangster action drama Coolie, which is one horse race at the moment as far as advance booking is concerned. The Tamil blockbuster has been dominating the advance booking race, with opening day sales already touching an 75 crore gross worldwide — including 30 crore from India alone — and still a full day to go before release. ## War 2 marks the sixth installment in Yash Raj Films' blockbuster Spy Universe and serves as a direct sequel to the 2019 hit War. Directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditya Chopra, the film also features Kiara Advani as the female lead alongside Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor in key roles. It is set for a grand release in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil on August 14. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

8 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2 Hits 1 Million Interest On Book My Show; Joins Prabhas' Adipurush

Mumbai, August 11 - The buzz for Yash Raj Films' War 2 is reaching unprecedented levels. The spy action thriller, headlined by Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has hit a new milestone on Book My Show ahead of its August 14 release worldwide. ## The Ayan Mukerji's directorial has crossed the 1 million interest mark on BookMyShow, signalling massive anticipation among moviegoers. With this, War 2 becomes only the second Bollywood film to achieve the feat after Prabhas-fronted Adipurush (1.1 million). ## Overall, War 2 is the 14th movie and 12th Indian title to mark a million interests on BMS. The non-Indian films to hit the milestone are Avengers: Endgame (1.57 million) and Avatar: Fire and Ash (1.10+ million. Kamal Haasan's LCU film Vikram has the highest number of interest with 2.3 million on the ticketing platform. ## War 2 is the latest entry and the sixth film in YRF's Spy Universe and promises a high-octane clash between Hrithik and Jr. NTR. The film also stars Kiara Advani, Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor in key roles. If the pre-release interest on BMS is anything to go by, it's gearing up for a thunderous opening. ## Meanwhile, the advance booking of the film is already opened and is having a good response so far with more than 2 days left for the release. ## Stay tuned...

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8 days ago

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Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2 Inside Reports Revealed

Mumbai, August 11 - The Independence Day 2025 weekend is set to welcome two of the biggest Indian films - War 2 and Coolie - to ignite the box office. Both films are headlined by some of the biggest stars of the country, especially War 2, which marks a major lead collaboration between North and South India. ## Directed by Ayan Mukerji, the film features Bollywood Greek God Hrithik Roshan, reprising his role as Kabir from the first film, with Telugu superstar Jr. NTR marking his debut in the YRF spy universe as well in Bollywood with this action thriller, and the inside reports are anything to go by, the duo is set to deliver a big blockbuster. ## One of the most reliable Hindi film journalists, Himesh Mankad, shared the inside reports of War 2, and he called it a potential blockbuster and big money spinner for the industry. While the final outcome always depends on what audiences say, Himesh has a good track record in sharing inside reports in recent times. ## Even during the pre-release event of War 2, the team spoke highly about the film, with Jr. NTR calling it one of the greatest Indian films of our time. Hrithik too said that the sequel sits right on top of everything that he has done so far in his career. ## War 2 is the sixth film in the YRF's Spy Universe and a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. It also stars Kiara Advani as the female lead alongside Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor in key roles. The movie is scheduled to release on August 14, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, languages in the regular and premium formats, including IMAX and Dolby Cinemas. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

9 days ago

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War 2 Pre-Release Event: Here Is What Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, Ayan Mukerji, and Naga Vamsi Said

Hyderabad, August 11 - The pre-release event of Yash Raj Films' highly-awaited spy action thriller War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, was held on August 10 in Hyderabad, and it was hugely successful in generating hype for the film. The atmosphere was electric with thousands of fans cheering for the War 2 team. ## The star-studded event was full of high praise for the movie and some bold statements regarding the same. Jr. NTR, Hrithik Roshan, director Ayan Mukerji, and producer S. Naga Vamsi — who took the stage to share memories, gratitude, and promises ahead of the film's release. ## Jr. NTR Lauds Director Ayan Mukerji For The Films, Calls Hrithik "Best Dance of Our Country -## The Telugu superstar, who marks his Bollywood debut with this 2-hero action spectacle, said during the grand event that War 2 is one of the greatest films of our time, and director Ayan Mukerji will be remembered for this film in years to come. ## He also shared what made him do War 2, and he is proud of his choice. "Aditya Chopra (YRF head) relentlessly chased me to do this film. He promised me that my fans will be proud of my role. He's the main reason I accepted this film, and now I think I made the right choice". ## Jr. NTR spoke candidly about the deep admiration he holds for Hrithik Roshan, saying that as a child, he only knew Michael Jackson until he saw Hrithik's powerful dances and performance in Kaho Na Pyaar Hai, "it made me go mad." He added, "Hrithik sir is one of the finest and most impeccable actors and dancers in India. He is the only actor in the country who is dedicated to his craft." ## He also addressed the fan debates comparing their dance skills. "There is no competition between us in that song... It's a song where two dancers appreciate and celebrate each other." He called Hrithik "the greatest dancer in the country," expressing how privileged he felt to share screen space with him and noting they'd worked together for 75 days. ## Hrithik Roshan Calls Jr. NTR a "One-Take Final-Take Star" ## Hrithik began his address in Telugu with a warm greeting, setting an enthusiastic tone for the evening. He then showered praise on Jr. NTR, calling him a "one-take star", a performer who nails every shot perfectly without needing retakes. Hrithik said, "I saw myself in Jr. NTR," emphasising the parallel in their journeys. He elaborated on what he learned from his co-star. ## "Tarak, I have not just observed you, but I have learnt from you. I have learnt how to go into a shot 100% — not 99.99%, not 99.999, but 100%. Which is why when he comes out of a shot, there is no judgment on me. He will not even check the shot because he knows he has given everything to it." ## He added, "Tarak (Jr NTR) and I started as co-stars and we ended up like brothers in real life. I want everyone to give me a promise today. I want you to promise me that you will love my brother the same way forever! Because he deserves it (smiles)." ## Speaking about the movie, the Fighter star said, "War 2 sits right on top of everything that I have done! The love and appreciation I got for playing Kabir in War reminded me of the love I got in Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai, Dhoom 2 and Krrish. I humbly hope that you all enjoy Kabir again. This time, he's even more intense and in a bigger dilemma. Moreover, this time, he's in front of the real tiger himself! Hence, this would be unmissable". ## Ayan Mukerji Refutes Rumours and Keeps the Mystery Alive For War 2 ## The director addressed the hot rumours about Jr. NTR's entry in the film. Without disclosing much, the filmmaker refuted those rumours and said, "We are smart enough not to make a movie where he (Jr. NTR) comes at the interval point in the movie. That much sense we have." This statement confirmed that NTR's entry would be impactful—but not delayed until the halfway mark. He further teased that fans will need to watch the film to experience the exact timing of his appearance. ## The Brahmastra director also spoke about the overall experience of War 2, emphasising that the film is meant to deliver a compelling blend of spectacle and emotion, with key story details held back to preserve audience surprises. "Everyone is in for a real surprise on August 14th. The true soul of the film hasn't been revealed yet," he said. ## Naga Vamsi's Bold Challenge to Fans ## Producer Naga Vamsi of Sithara Entertainments will distribute War 2 in the Telugu states (Andhra Pradesh and Telangana), and he seemed highly confident about the movie and its box office prospects. He emphasised War 2 as a truly Telugu film, urging fans to show even greater support than they did for Devara. "The Telugu version must collect at least one rupee more than the Hindi version's net collection." ## Vamsi then threw a bold challenge and said, "If you don't like War 2, scold me as much as you want. No fan will be disappointed after watching the film. If that happens, I won't ask you to watch another film from me." ## War 2, which also stars Kiara Advani as the female lead alongside Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor, is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

9 days ago

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Director Ayan Mukerji Responds To Rumours of Jr. NTR's Interval Entry In War 2, Co-starring Hrithik Roshan

Mumbai, August 9 - Director Ayan Mukerji has broken his silence on one of the hottest rumours surrounding his upcoming spy action spectacle, War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR. Ever since the film was announced, there has been tremendous excitement among fans who have been speculating about how the Telugu superstar will be introduced on screen. ## Over the last few weeks, a rumour has been making the rounds on social media that Jr. NTR would make a grand entry at the interval point only. While this rumour may sound bizarre, it still might have disappointed the fans of the Telugu superstar. But Ayan has some good news for them. ## During the pre-release event of War 2 in Hyderabad on August 10, the director addressed these speculations head-on, dismissing the theory with a witty remark. "We are smart enough not to make a movie where he (Jr. NTR) comes at the interval point in the movie. That much sense we have", hinting that the audience won't have to wait until the halfway mark to see the RRR star in action. ## Ayan then presses on, saying that to know where NTR would make an entry and everything else, the audience has to see the film and discover it. The statement has sent fans into a frenzy, sparking fresh theories about NTR's role in the film. ## Mukerji, known for his meticulous storytelling and flair for blending emotion with spectacle, has promised that War 2 will offer a unique experience in the YRF Spy Universe. He also revealed that they haven't revealed the story intentionally, and everyone is in for a real surprise on August 14, as the true soul of the film hasn't been revealed yet. ## With Hrithik reprising his role as super-spy Kabir, who went rogue, and Jr. NTR playing a special unit officer who has been asked to hunt down Kabir. The film is already being touted as one of the biggest cinematic events of 2025. Produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, War 2 stars Kiara Advani as the female lead and is slated to release worldwide on August 14, 2025, in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil, just in time for the Independence Day weekend. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

11 days ago

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Different Runtime For Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR's War 2 In All Languages

Mumbai, August 9 - Yash Raj Films' highly-anticipated spy action thriller War 2 is set to have different theatrical runtimes in all three versions - Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR, and Kiara Advani, the film is scheduled to release on August 14, during the Independence Day weekend. ## The Hindi version of War 2 has been censored with U/A (16+) with an approved runtime of 2 hours, 53 minutes, and 24 seconds (173+ minutes), while Telugu and Tamil versions are 2 hours, 51 minutes, and 44 seconds (171+ minutes) long. No reason was provided why the runtime is different. ## As reported earlier, War 2 was originally censored by the CBFC with an approved runtime of 3 hours and 3 minutes, and the makers voluntarily cut 10 minutes. Reports say that the original runtime included the post-credit scene, which will now be separately censored, as it is said to be more than just a post-credit scene. ## Meanwhile, the advance booking of War 2 has started opening gradually, and the full-fledged bookings will commence on August 10 across the nation. Early reports suggest that premium formats like IMAX and 4DX are already witnessing strong demand in metropolitan cities, while single screens in mass belts are gearing up for a high turnout thanks to Hrithik and Jr. NTR's huge fan base. Overseas bookings have already opened, and the response has been decent so far. ## The movie is directed by Ayan Mukerji and produced by Aditiya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. The movie also features Kiara Advani as the female lead alongside Ashutosh Rana and Anil Kapoor in key roles. It is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...

Bollywood

12 days ago

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Additional Runtime For The Post-Credit Scene of Hrithik Roshan, Jr. NTR's War 2? Cameo Details Revealed

Mumbai, August 8 - Yash Raj Films' spy action thriller War 2 is set to be the longest film in the Spy Universe with the theatrical runtime of 2 hours and 53 minutes, beating Salman Khan's Tiger Zinda Hai (2 hours and 42 minutes). However, there might be an additional runtime for the upcoming blockbuster. ## According to the report by Mid-Day, the Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR-starrer was originally censored by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) on August 6, with an approved runtime of 183 minutes. However, YRF has submitted for re-conser with a new runtime of 173 minutes. ## The shorter theatrical cut is now reportedly much more aligned with the makers' original vision. It is said that the team didn't want to compromise on the pace of the Ayan Mukerji-directed film, especially in the second half. To deliver a tighter, more gripping film, it was reportedly decided by the team that they would edit the film further and resubmit. ## Meanwhile, there have been blockbuster reports about the War 2's post-credit scene. It has been confirmed that Alia Bhatt and Sharvari Wagh from YRF's next spy universe film, Alpha, will feature in the post-credit scene. However, rumours are rife that Shah Rukh Khan's Pathaan and Salman Khan's Tiger will also appear in the end credits, but it hasn't been confirmed by reliable sources. ## Mid-Day, however, reports that the makers will submit the post-credit scene separately for certification this week, so the final runtime of the movie is expected to exceed 3 hours, hinting at how crucial this bonus scene might be. The post-credit sequence, much like Pathaan and Tiger 3, is designed to expand the cinematic universe.## The film is scheduled to release on August 14 in Hindi, Telugu, and Tamil. ## Stay tuned...