War 2, one of the year’s most anticipated Bollywood releases, is all set to storm theatres on August 14. Starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani in lead roles, the high-octane action-thriller promises a gripping blend of espionage, power-packed stunts, and edge-of-the-seat drama. The film, directed by Ayan Mukerji, has been making headlines since its announcement.Ahead of its release, the makers hosted a star-studded special screening attended by Bollywood’s biggest names. Hrithik Roshan arrived hand-in-hand with girlfriend Saba Azad, both making a stylish entry. Kunal Kapoor also accompanied the couple in their car. Power couple Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor also graced the event, arriving in their luxurious car. War franchise star Tiger Shroff attended to show support for his co-star Hrithik, while Anil Kapoor opted for a cool, casual look.
Scenes trimmed before releaseAccording to Bollywood Hungama, War 2 went through several edits before hitting the big screen. Yash Raj Films removed 28 scenes, trimming 6 minutes and 25 seconds from the runtime. While most deletions were just a few seconds long, a chase sequence was cut by 16 seconds, and an action scene shortened by 24 seconds. The most significant cut was a 1 minute 19 second dialogue between the protagonists.
The CBFC also requested changes, muting “inappropriate references” in six places and toning down one conversation. A two-second obscene gesture was also removed.War 2 continues the clash between Indian spies Major Kabir Dhaliwal (Hrithik Roshan) and Vikram (Jr NTR), with Kiara Advani playing a crucial role. The final runtime stands at 2 hours, 53 minutes, and 24 seconds.