Hrithik Roshan, who reprises his role of Kabir in YRF Spy Universe’s War 2, took to his social media to announce an explosive birthday celebration for NTR on May 20, 2025.
Hrithik’s post read: “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?”

Hrithik’s post broke the internet instantly! He ignited the speculation of a major reveal from War 2 — the second instalment of the franchise being directed by the celebrated young film-maker Ayan Mukerji!
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
— Hrithik Roshan (@iHrithik) May 16, 2025
War 2 brings together two of the biggest icons of Indian cinema – Hrithik Roshan as the daredevil Kabir, and pan India superstar NTR. The film is slated for a release on August 14, 2025 in Hindi, Telugu & Tamil.
The YRF Spy Universe is the biggest IP of Indian cinema today, having only delivered blockbusters with all its titles like Ek Tha Tiger, Tiger Zinda Hai, War, Pathaan and Tiger 3. War 2 is the sixth YRF Spy Universe film to be released.