Hrithik Roshan Drops War 2 Surprise on N. T. Rama Rao Jr.’s Birthday, Fans Buzz with Excitement

Hrithik Roshan will share screen space with Jr NTR in War 2, marking the latter’s debut in Hindi films. On Friday, Hrithik left fans intrigued with a cryptic tweet:
“Hey @tarak9999, think you know what to expect on the 20th of May this year? Trust me you have NO idea what’s in store. Ready?”
Jr NTR’s birthday falls on May 20, and fans now believe a significant announcement about War 2 will arrive on that day.

Past Updates from the Film Set

Previously, Hrithik and Kiara Advani, who also stars in War 2, had actively shared glimpses from the shoot. Hrithik had posted an image from Italy, showing him enjoying a scenic view while dressed casually.

Captioning the picture, he wrote, “Taking it all in.” The photo was clicked by stylist Anaita Shroff Adajania. In the comments, Saba Azad reacted with “My love” and heart emojis.

According to a source cited by IANS, a romantic number featuring Hrithik and Kiara was shot in Italy over six days.

The source stated, “When you have two of the most good-looking actors in the Indian film industry paired for the first time, you need to give audience songs that will present them in their hottest best.”

Hrithik and Jr NTR Share Twitter Banter

The upcoming big-budget action drama War 2 will feature Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR together. Ahead of a potential teaser drop, the two engaged in friendly banter on X (formerly Twitter). On May 16, Hrithik tweeted:
“Hey @tarak9999, think you know what to expect on the 20th of May this year? Trust me you have NO idea what’s in store. Ready? #War2”

Jr NTR responded by calling Hrithik by his character’s name from the film and wrote:
“Thank you in advance @iHrithik sir!!! Can’t wait to hunt you down to give you a special return gift Kabir…”

Fans Anticipate War 2 Teaser Drop

All key details about War 2 have been closely guarded so far, and fans flooded the comment sections on social media, eager for the first update.

As Jr NTR prepares for his Bollywood debut, excitement is high for his collaboration with Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani in this next chapter of the YRF Spy Universe.

According to a report by ETimes, Jr NTR’s role in the franchise is not a one-off. A source revealed that his character is intended to be a long-term addition, similar to Shah Rukh Khan’s Pathaan and Salman Khan’s Tiger.

Jr NTR’s Long-Term Role in YRF Spy Universe

An insider close to the development said, “His character won’t just be limited to War 2. Expect standalone films, spin-offs, and major crossover appearances.”

With this, Jr NTR is expected to join the ranks of YRF’s iconic spy characters—Kabir (Hrithik Roshan), Pathaan (Shah Rukh Khan), Tiger (Salman Khan), Zoya (Katrina Kaif), and Rubaii (Deepika Padukone).

This strategic move will elevate Jr NTR to a central position in the franchise’s future, signaling a long-term investment in the Telugu star’s presence in the YRF cinematic universe.

Official Release Date and Future Projects

The teaser of War 2 is expected to drop on May 20, 2025, aligning with Jr NTR’s birthday. Hrithik had teased this development in a tweet directed at his co-star, further confirming fans’ expectations. Jr NTR’s witty reply added to the excitement surrounding the date.

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 is a sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War and is the sixth installment in the YRF Spy Universe. The film is set to hit theatres on August 14, 2025, just before Independence Day.

Up next for the spy universe is Alpha, a female-led action film starring Alia Bhatt and Sharvari, scheduled for release on December 25, 2025.