In what is sure to be one of the most anticipated cinematic offerings of the decade, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s grandiose filmmaking is poised to unite the prodigious talents of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal. The trio is cast in the celebrated director’s next film, the intriguingly titled ‘Love & War.’ This cinematic revelation has sparked an outpouring of excitement, building anticipation for a release that is scheduled to grace theaters on Christmas 2025.
The celebrated actresses Neetu Kapoor, who is also Ranbir Kapoor’s mother, has shared her elation and pride over the collaboration of her son and daughter-in-law on this prestigious project. On her Instagram account, Neetu Kapoor’s post radiated familial pride as she enthusiastically supported the couple, whom she affectionately referred to as “Raha’s parents,” a sweet nod to the couple’s newborn. “LOVE & WAR!” she penned, “You both make me so proud with my all-time favorite filmmaker #SANJAYLEELABHANSALI. Can’t wait to see your magic #VickyKaushal.” The electronic conversation was warmly received, with Alia responding to the post with heart emojis and Vicky Kaushal expressing his gratitude with a simple yet heartfelt “Ma’m!!!”
This jubilation was echoed earlier when the couple, along with their co-star Vicky, shared the film’s announcement poster on social media. The poster, which bore the distinguished signatures of its three main stars, proclaimed, “Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s next EPIC saga ‘LOVE & WAR’ starring #RanbirKapoor @aliaabhatt & @vickykaushal09. See you in Cinemas on CHRISTMAS 2025!”
The film community and netizens alike are abuzz with expectations. Even a cursory glance at social media reveals a tide of enthusiasm, with comments ranging from eager anticipation to outright exuberance. One fan’s sentiment, characterizing the alignment as “The most talented actor of this generation coming together with the magician SLB!!!! CANT WAIT,” encapsulates the general mood of the public discourse.
Vicky Kaushal himself took to Instagram to revel in the joy of the announcement, writing: “An eternal cinema dream has come true.” His statement, a testament to the reverence held for Bhansali’s artistic vision, resonates with the dreams of many aspiring actors who wish to collaborate with such an esteemed director.
Interestingly, ‘Love & War’ marks a significant point in all involved actors’ careers. For Alia Bhatt, it’s her second alliance with Bhansali following the power-packed ‘Gangubai Kathiawadi’ in 2022. Ranbir Kapoor, whose polished performance in Bhansali’s ‘Saawariya’ (2007) marked his entrance into the industry, finds himself coming full circle with this latest collaboration.
The film has stirred curiosity across the board, although exact plot details remain cloaked in mystery. The combination of Bhansali’s cinematic flair and the esteemed cast has undeniably created a recipe for what could be another landmark in Indian cinema.
While this press release has been sourced from a third-party syndicated feed, it should be noted that the information presented is yet to be corroborated, leaving room for official updates to unfold as the production progresses. Nonetheless, as with all matters in the entertainment industry, surprises are always part of the charm. Until then, movie lovers worldwide will be eagerly marking their calendars for a Christmas spectacle in 2025 that promises to marry ‘Love & War’ in a Bhansali masterpiece.
