Film enthusiasts have eagerly awaited the release of ‘War 2’, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR, now playing in theaters. The collaboration between the two stars has generated considerable buzz, marking a significant event in Indian cinema.
Beyond ‘War 2′, the release of Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR films around August 15th has become a recurring theme. Several films have been released around the Independence Day holiday. Let’s examine these earlier releases, along with their box office performance:
**’Mujhse Dosti Karoge’ (2002)**
Released in 2002, ‘Mujhse Dosti Karoge’ featured Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, and Rani Mukerji. Directed by Kunal Kohli and produced by Yash Chopra, the film opened on August 9, 2002. It earned 12.95 crores, considered below average.
**Mohanjo Daro (2016)**
‘Mohanjo Daro’, directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, premiered on August 12, 2016, starring Hrithik Roshan and Pooja Hegde. Despite high expectations, the film underperformed, grossing 58 crores against a production budget of 120 crores.
**Yamadonga (2007)**
‘Yamadonga’, released on August 15, 2007, was an action-comedy film featuring Jr. NTR, Mohan Babu, and Priyamani. The film was directed by S.S. Rajamouli with a budget of 16-18 crores, and it earned 47 crores worldwide, proving to be a success.