Bollywood fans are buzzing as Sanjay Leela Bhansali gets ready to launch the first glimpse of his highly awaited film Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal. The big reveal is expected to drop on September 28, which also happens to be Ranbir Kapoor’s birthday, a smart and emotional move by the filmmaker. Sources say it could be a powerful poster or a teaser showing all three stars together, building excitement for the film’s unique love story set against the backdrop of war.
The film is already being described as a massive project with intense drama, deep emotions, and stunning visuals, everything Bhansali is known for. Shooting has already started in Mumbai, and the team is working hard to wrap up filming by the end of this year. The makers are planning a March 2026 release, though some delays could happen depending on the schedule.
But while Love & War is making headlines, there’s also talk of drama happening off-camera. Ranveer Singh, who has starred in many of Bhansali’s biggest hits like Padmaavat and Ram Leela, is reportedly upset.
According to several reports, Ranveer was the first choice for one of the male leads, but things didn’t work out. Instead, Vicky Kaushal was cast, and many believe Ranveer declined the role due to script concerns. Since then, rumours suggest a rift has formed between Bhansali and Ranveer. Fans noticed that Bhansali didn’t attend Ranveer’s recent 40th birthday bash, which only added fuel to the speculation.
People are now wondering if Love & War is not just a new film, but also a sign of changing friendships in Bollywood. Bhansali has chosen Ranbir Kapoor over Ranveer for this grand project, which has left many surprised, especially considering his long and successful history with Ranveer. As the release of the first look approaches, expectations are sky-high.
Will Love & War become Bhansali’s next masterpiece? And will this new team of actors change the power dynamics in the industry?
One thing is clear, when it comes to Love & War, the drama isn’t just in the story. It’s very real behind the scenes too.
