Love & War: Are makers planning a big pan-India release with SLB, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal? Here’s what we know | – The Times of India

They say everything is fair in love and war but do you know what exactly is cooking in Bollywood’s ‘Love & War’? Yes, we are talking about one of the highly awaited movies of Bollywood, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Love & War’ starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal. Since it will be from the SLB universe, everyone already expects it to be a larger-than-life cinematic experience. However, what’s more exciting is that it will be getting a large release as well.

Love & War getting a pan-India release?

According to an independent industry source, we have come to know that “the makers are planning a grand pan-India release for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Love & War.’”
“Ranbir and Vicky have recently delivered massive hits with ‘Animal’ and ‘Chhaava,’ respectively. Notably, both actors have made a stronger space in these markets, with their films seeing significant success in Telugu territories and even beyond,” mentioned the source.
Alia Bhatt, on the other hand, has already established herself as a quintessential Sanjay Leela Bhansali heroine. Her work in ‘Kalank’ and ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ helped her carve her own niche. As far as the audience from the South is concerned, Alia was loved for her part in the SS Rajamouli film ‘RRR.’

Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s reunion

Ranbir Kapoor has spent many years in Bollywood now and has several movies in his name. However, his big break was a SLB movie – ‘Saawariya,’ wherein he debuted with Sonam Kapoor. The 2007 released movie back then wasn’t appreciated much, but no one to date can forget the iconic towel scene. After ‘Saawariya,’ now ‘Love & War’ is bringing Ranbir and Sanjay Leela Bhansali together.

Vicky Kaushal’s debut in the SLB universe

The ‘Chhaava’ of Bollywood, on the other hand, will be working for the very first time with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Vicky, in recent years, has proven his mettle in the industry, and fans can’t wait to see his new shade in the SLB universe.

‘Love & War’ release date

When the movie was initially announced, it was scheduled to be released by the end of 2025- Christmas of this year, to be specific. However, the audience will have to wait a little longer, as the updated release date of ‘Love & War’ is March 2026.