We tried to push Hrithik Roshan's magnetic presence even further: 'War 2' costume designer Anaita Shroff Adajania

Hrithik plays the role of the super spy Kabir in the blockbuster War franchise within the YRF Spy Universe.

His suave look and effortless style caused an internet meltdown as soon as the War 2 teaser was released by Yash Raj Films.

Now, the costume designer of War 2, Anaita Shroff Adajania, reveals the film will push Hrithik’s magnetic presence ever further with the way his character has been styled in War 2.

Hrithik Roshan in War 2. Photo: Yash Raj Films

Anaita says, "I’ve been incredibly fortunate to work with Hrithik over the years — on Dhoom 2, Bang Bang, countless appearances and ads—and then came War. Each project brought something new, but with War, we made a conscious decision to shift gears.

"We moved away from the grunge aesthetic and instead created a cleaner, sleeker look for him. It still had an edge—somewhere between real and godlike. And yes, kind of like a super hero in plainclothes! His look determined, yet casual."

She adds, "For War 2, it felt essential to explore a deeper, darker mood in Kabir. This version of him is layered—not just emotionally, but visually too. Thinner fabrics, pieces that feel a little more lived-in, slightly unkempt even… and there’s more! But of course, Kabir is still Kabir — his sharpness always cuts through."

Anaita further says, "We built on what worked in War 1: that transformative haircut, Hrithik’s magnetic presence, and then we just pushed it further. I think that combination—the looks, the attitude, the restraint—is what truly created this Kabir for War 2."

Produced by Aditya Chopra and directed by Ayan Mukerji, War 2 pits NTR against Hrithik Roshan. Kiara Advani plays the female lead.

War 2 is set to release on August 14 worldwide in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.