‘War 2' will be a lifetime experience for fans: Ayan Mukerji
While the original was helmed by Siddharth Anand, the sequel is directed by Brahmastra filmmaker Ayan Mukerji. In a recent interview, Ayan shared his thoughts on taking the franchise forward, acknowledging the immense pressure and responsibility involved. 'It is a huge responsibility to take forward a hugely loved franchise like War and leave your mark on it,' he said.
The film's biggest draw lies in the powerful face-off between Hrithik and Jr NTR. Speaking about bringing two superstars together, Ayan added, 'I have to be honest as a filmmaker and I also know the expectations that I carry with this project from fans of both stars. But I tried to be as honest as possible in giving a lifetime experience for the fans.'
The director has also promised mind-blowing action sequences, calling the star showdown "immense." Actress Kiara Advani joins the cast as the female lead.
War 2 will clash at the box office with Rajinikanth's much-hyped film Coolie, making the Independence Day weekend one of the biggest cinematic face-offs in recent times. Fans across the country are eagerly waiting to witness this action-packed showdown on the big screen.
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