'War 2': Jr. NTR injured on sets; shooting schedule pushed
What's the story
Telugu superstar Jr. NTR has reportedly suffered an injury on the sets of his upcoming film War 2, co-starring Hrithik Roshan. The actor was preparing for an action sequence when he injured his hands, according to a report by Dainik Bhaskar. He has been advised to rest for two months, which has led to a delay in the film's shooting schedule.
Shooting delay
Jr. NTR's entry scene to now be shot in October
The report stated that Jr. NTR's injury has pushed the Mumbai schedule of War 2 ahead. His entry scene in the film will now be shot in October, after he has fully recovered. This means that the shooting for War 2 will resume after the release of his pan-Indian film Devara, which is set to hit theaters on September 27.
Release date
'War 2' also stars Kiara Advani; to release in 2025
Apart from Jr. NTR, War 2 also features Kiara Advani in a key role. The film is a sequel to the 2019 action thriller War, which starred Roshan and Tiger Shroff in the lead roles. War 2 is scheduled to be released in cinemas worldwide in 2025 and is directed by Ayan Mukerji. It's a part of the YRF Spy Universe.