Jr NTR to play villain in sequel to Hrithik Roshan's 'War'

South Indian star Jr NTR is all set to play the antagonist in the sequel to Hrithik Roshan-starrer War.

Jr NTR is locking horns with Hrithik Roshan in War 2, news agency ANI quoted a source as saying, adding "Their showdown will definitely be an action spectacle to remember on the big screen."

"This move by Aditya Chopra enables War 2 to have the widest audience appeal for a Hindi film and it also widens the box office potential of the film," source told.

"It's official. Hrithik-Jr NTR in War 2. YRF pulls off a casting coup. Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR will share screen space for the first time in War 2. Ayan Mukerji directs. YRF Spy Universe," Bollywood trade analyst Taran Adarsh tweeted, confirming the news.

Meanwhile, there are also reports that Ayan Mukerji is on board to direct the sequel. Though there is no official announcement, the director hinted as much in an Instagram post on Tuesday.