Anaita, widely regarded as one of the country's foremost stylists, sheds light on her creative process and how she aimed to reflect NTR's inherent machismo in the highly anticipated 2025 release. "Working with NTR for the first time on War 2 was a discovery and an absolute joy," she shared. "He walks into a room and there’s this instant shift, like a current of energy that runs through everyone. It’s not loud or performative—it’s magnetic. He has that rare ability to charge the atmosphere just by being present."
She further elaborated on the nuances of his character: "And then you see the smile, the warmth, and this deep, quiet confidence in the character he’s playing. He knew exactly who he was from the start."
Adajania explained her approach to grounding his look while maintaining his undeniable strength: "With his look, I wanted to ground him—keep it real—but still retain that undeniable strength and masculinity he carries so effortlessly. There’s a rawness to his presence, like a human machine operating with purpose. That translated into a wardrobe built on power and simplicity: leather, rugged jackets, strong silhouettes."
She concluded, emphasizing the no-nonsense aspect of his styling: "There’s no fuss, no excess—just a man who means business. His styling reflects that: direct, impactful, and unapologetically no-nonsense."
Produced by Aditya Chopra and directed by Ayan Mukerji, 'War 2' pits NTR, regarded as the Man of the Masses, against Bollywood superstar Hrithik Roshan. Kiara Advani plays the female lead in this high-octane action thriller, which is set to release on August 14th in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu.
The recently released teaser for 'War 2' has put NTR squarely in the spotlight, with his magnetic, brooding, and towering presence drawing immense praise from audiences and fans across India. The meticulous styling of his character, which effortlessly conveyed raw masculinity, has been a particular highlight, and 'War 2' costume designer Anaita Shroff Adajania is thrilled with the reception.
