Hrithik Roshan, NTR Jr-starrer 'War 2' set to start shooting in November

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The highly anticipated sequel is directed by Siddharth Anand and produced by Aditya Chopra.

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The film is said to be a high-octane action thriller with a large-scale budget.

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The makers are reportedly in talks with several international action directors for the project.

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Hrithik Roshan and NTR Jr. are expected to play the roles of spies in the movie.

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The first installment of "War" was a huge commercial success, earning over 475 crores worldwide.

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The sequel is expected to surpass its predecessor in terms of action and scale.

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The film's shooting is planned across several countries, including India, Europe, and the Middle East.

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The makers are yet to finalize the female lead and other supporting actors for the film.

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The release date of "War 2" is not yet announced, but it is expected to hit theaters in late 2024.

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