The release of ‘War 2’, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, has finally arrived, creating a wave of excitement among fans. The film marks a first-time pairing of these two stars, making it a significant event.
Looking beyond ‘War 2′, this is not the first instance of Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR having films released around August 15th. The timing of these releases has often been strategically planned around the Independence Day holiday. Here’s a review of the earlier films and their performances:
**’Mujhse Dosti Karoge’ (2002)**
Starring Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Rani Mukerji, this film was released in 2002. Directed by Kunal Kohli and produced by Yash Chopra, it was released on August 9, 2002. The film collected 12.95 crores and performed below average.
**Mohanjo Daro (2016)**
Released on August 12, 2016, ‘Mohenjo Daro’ was directed by Ashutosh Gowariker and starred Hrithik Roshan and Pooja Hegde. The film did not meet expectations, earning 58 crores against a production cost of 120 crores.
**Yamadonga (2007)**
‘Yamadonga’ (also known as Thief of Yama), released on August 15, 2007, was an action-comedy. It featured Jr. NTR, Mohan Babu, and Priyamani. Directed by S.S. Rajamouli, the film had a budget of 16-18 crores and earned 47 crores globally.