The much-awaited film Love And War starring Vicky Kaushal, Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor has officially been delayed again. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film will now release in cinemas on January 21, 2027, as confirmed by Bhansali Productions.
The project was first announced on January 24, 2024, and was initially planned for a Christmas 2025 release. It was later expected to arrive on March 20, 2026. However, the makers have now pushed the date further, leaving fans both excited and frustrated.
Love And War Postponed For 3rd Time, Fans React
The announcement of the new release date quickly sparked reactions online. While some fans expressed disappointment over the long wait, others questioned the delay and its impact on the film’s cast.
Many users on Reddit openly criticised the repeated postponements. One user wrote, “Vicky ruined his career and wasted the chhava momentum unnecessarily! He’s got no releases in 2026! And now Ranveer got the numero uno position post Dhurandar!”
Another comment read, “Vicky really shot his own leg by signing this….SLB will portray his character really well, but post Chhaava Mahavtar would be a game-changer for Vicky….RK will not get affected… Ramayana will cover up things. Alia’s PR will play irrespective of the result…Only Vicky is going to suffer due to this. Hope he takes a decision wisely post this.”
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Some even criticised the director’s working style. One user commented, “Idk why any actor would want to work with this Undisciplined and reckless director. He is all PR.”
Meanwhile, another user talked about the delay and said, “This is what ranbir wanted right ? he wanted this movie to get delayed and not clash with ramayana because apparently his character in this movie is very crass and not at all ram like, good for ranbir then, if ramayana is a hit then he too like ranveer will be able to get two back to back blockbusters.”
About This Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor And Vicky Kaushal Starrer
Despite the delay, Love And War remains one of the most anticipated Bollywood projects. The film is described as a grand romantic saga set against a modern wartime backdrop.
The story reportedly follows two Indian Armed Forces officers, played by Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal. Their characters are said to be very different. Ranbir plays a darker, more aggressive role, while Vicky portrays a calm yet strong personality. Both find themselves in an emotional conflict as they fall for Alia Bhatt’s character.
This film has been described as a “clash of fire and ice,” promising intense drama and high emotional stakes. The production of Love And War is being handled with extreme secrecy. Reports suggest that over 500 crew members have signed strict non-disclosure agreements to prevent leaks.
While Alia Bhatt has already completed her portions, the final climax featuring Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal is expected to be shot later in 2026. This is mainly due to their busy schedules with other major projects like Ramayana and Mahavatar.
