In January of this year, renowned director Sanjay Leela Bhansali announced a film titled ‘Love and War’. Set to release in 2025, this film has garnered immense excitement, especially considering the star-studded cast featuring Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt. There has been ongoing speculation about Bhansali’s grand vision for the project, and recent updates suggest that the shooting for this massive venture will commence soon.
Shooting Schedule Insights
According to reports, the shooting will kick off with Ranbir Kapoor’s sequences, followed by Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt. PINKVILLA shared that filming is expected to start in the first week of October 2024, with Ranbir taking the lead. Vicky Kaushal is anticipated to join shortly after, around October 10. The initial focus will be on Ranbir’s scenes, followed by those depicting the friendship between Ranbir and Vicky.
When Will Alia Bhatt Start Shooting?
Reports indicate that Alia Bhatt is currently committed to shooting for her film ‘Alpha’, under the Yash Raj Films banner. She is expected to wrap up this project by the end of December or early January 2025, after which she will shift her focus entirely to ‘Love and War’. It’s said that Alia and Vicky have dedicated approximately 200 days exclusively to this film, suspending any other projects during this period.
Filming Structure
Sanjay Leela Bhansali has reportedly organized the filming of ‘Love and War’ into several segments based on the sequence of events. The scenes include:
| Sequence | Details |
|---|---|
| Ranbir Kapoor’s Action | Focus on action-packed sequences featuring Ranbir. |
| Friendship Dynamics | Exploring the bond between Ranbir and Vicky. |
| Vicky-Alia Romance | Developing the romantic arc between Vicky and Alia. |
| Ranbir-Alia Romance | Highlighting the chemistry between Ranbir and Alia. |
| Climactic Conflict | Building tension among the three leads. |
Release Expectations
This much-anticipated film is scheduled to be released in cinemas on Christmas 2025. This marks a significant moment in Bollywood, as it will be the first time Ranbir, Alia, and Vicky will share the screen together, echoing a long-standing desire among their fans. While Ranbir and Vicky previously collaborated on ‘Sanju’, and Alia and Ranbir co-starred in ‘Brahmastra’, this film promises a fresh and exciting dynamic among all three stars, who have shared the screen with others but not as a trio.
Film Themes and Production Details
‘Love and War’ is set against the backdrop of conflict, portraying a complex love triangle where Ranbir will play a character with grey shades. Besides directing, Bhansali is also producing this grand venture, alongside Jio Studios. As for the actors, Alia is currently busy with her involvement in ‘Alpha’, part of the YRF spy universe, which also stars Shabir Wagh and Bobby Deol. Vicky is garnering attention for his upcoming historical film ‘Chhava’, where he portrays Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj. Meanwhile, Ranbir is collaborating with director Nitesh Tiwari on a project revolving around ‘Ramayana’.
This combination of talent, coupled with Bhansali’s unique storytelling style, raises expectations for ‘Love and War’ to not only captivate audiences but also to set a new benchmark in Bollywood cinema.
