Get ready for a cinematic shake-up! Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR’s upcoming movie, ‘War 2’, is not just another action flick. This film is making waves for its massive scale, star power, and production budget. It’s even bigger than recent hits like ‘Pathaan’, which had a 330 crore budget, and ‘Tiger 3’, costing 300 crore. ‘War 2’ is setting new standards for how films are made and what they are worth in the market.
This movie boasts a staggering 400 crore rupee budget. Its Telugu rights alone sold for 90 crore rupees. Plus, the lead superstars are sharing in the profits. ‘War 2’ is shaping up to be Bollywood’s most expensive action film ever. So, where did all that money go? And why are theater owners and distributors so incredibly optimistic about it? Let’s dive into the details.
The Big Bucks: Where the Money Went
Star Power Pays
Bringing in top stars comes at a high price. Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR are reportedly earning between 50 to 75 crore rupees each. Add in the fees for Kiara Advani, director Ayan Mukerji, and the entire technical crew, and the cost for just the cast and team shoots up to a massive 100 to 150 crore rupees. That’s a huge chunk of the budget right there.
Global Scale & Visuals
Director Ayan Mukerji took ‘War 2’ to an international level. This means working with Hollywood stunt choreographers for mind-blowing boat chases, intense car action, and gripping hand-to-hand fight scenes. The movie also used expensive drone shots, green screens, and top-notch visual effects (VFX). All these elements significantly increased the post-production costs.
Next-Level Cinema Experience
‘War 2’ is making history as the first Indian film to be released in Dolby Cinema. It will also hit IMAX screens. Achieving this requires specialized, costly camera equipment and mastering processes. This ensures an unparalleled viewing experience for the audience.
Elite Stunt Crews & Safety
Working with international stunt teams isn’t just about their high fees. The production also covers their insurance, security, and the cost of body doubles needed during filming. Ensuring safety on such a grand scale adds a considerable amount to the budget.
Soundtrack & Marketing Blitz
A film this big needs an equally grand promotional push. A large sum has been spent on a global digital campaign, social media outreach, crafting an international music score, and dubbing the film into various languages. It’s all about making sure the whole world knows ‘War 2’ is coming.
A World Tour of Action
The filming for ‘War 2’ spanned 150 days across six different countries. Imagine car chase scenes shot in Salamanca and Madrid in Spain. Then there are boat chases filmed in Abu Dhabi, and action sequences brought to life in Italy. Key scenes were also captured in Japan and Russia. The 15-day climax schedule took place in Mumbai, at Yashraj Studio and Film City. All this shooting was done under extremely tight security to prevent any leaks.
The Box Office Showdown: War 2 vs. Coolie
This isn’t just about ‘War 2’ breaking records; it’s also about its release date. The film is set to clash head-on with Rajinikanth’s highly anticipated movie, ‘Coolie’. We spoke with film distributor Raj Bansal and trade expert Ramesh Bala to understand what kind of response ‘War 2’ might get.
Ramesh Bala on the Clash
Trade expert Ramesh Bala pointed out the significance of the 90 crore rupee Telugu rights sale. He believes Jr. NTR joining the film has transformed it into a pan-Indian movie. “However,” he adds, “Rajinikanth’s ‘Coolie’ is releasing on the same day. This isn’t just any ordinary clash. You should consider this two pan-India films going head-to-head. ‘Coolie’ will have a strong hold in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala, while ‘War 2’ will gain an edge in the North and Telugu markets.” It’s going to be a fascinating battle at the box office.
Raj Bansal: Biggest Spy Thriller Yet
Film distributor Raj Bansal highlighted the staggering 400 crore rupee budget. “Films of this scale are rare in Bollywood,” he said. “Jr. NTR’s presence has already made the film huge in South India. In North India, theater owners are showing a tremendous response.” He further stated, “People are eagerly waiting for the Hrithik and NTR pairing.” It seems ‘War 2’ is poised to deliver an unparalleled action experience that audiences are desperate to see.