Debuting as one of the biggest films of 2025, 'War 2' hit theaters on August 14th, garnering a sea of mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike. While some embraced the film, others were considerably underwhelmed. Now, the reaction of the 'Pathaan' Assistant Director from Spy Universe regarding 'War 2' is making waves online.
What did the 'Pathaan' Assistant Director say about 'War 2'?
Yash Raj Films' Spy Universe has recently been under the microscope for its lack of original action sequences. Critics point out that the Spy Universe films don't deliver the same thrill as the original 'War' did in 2019, before the official universe began. The latest offering, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, 'War 2', faces similar critiques on the internet.
Many have expressed disappointment with the film, and now Rajveer Asher, a former Assistant Director for the Spy Universe film 'Pathaan', has publicly declared his views. Through a candid Instagram post, he labeled 'War 2' as a colossal disappointment and regarded it as one of the weakest entries in the Spy Universe. Rajveer shared, 'It's absolutely heartbreaking. I held such high hopes for this film, but it has left me utterly disheartened.'
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'War 2' Faces Criticism, But What's the Box Office Story?
Rajveer elaborated further, 'The first half of the film was decent, but the second half felt drawn-out and uninspired. It lacked any thrilling twist, and it failed to stir my emotions. The day I anticipated the most turned out to be a dreadful letdown—it is indeed the Spy Universe's weakest film.'
Despite the backlash, 'War 2' tells a different story at the box office. Within just three days of its release, the film has crossed the 150 crore mark, reflecting a strong performance. Featuring stars from the Telugu and Bollywood cinema, it is faring well financially. However, ongoing criticism might slow its momentum over the next few days.
With an estimated budget of around 400 crores, 'War 2' sits among the high-budget offerings from the Spy Universe. To earn a 'hit' status, it needs to pull in over 500 crores. The coming days will reveal if 'War 2', despite the trolling, can rise as a major film. Ayan Mukerji helmed the direction of this film.
