The biggest announcement of the year is finally here. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War is set to anchor India’s Republic Day weekend, releasing worldwide on Thursday, January 21, 2027. The film stars the epic trio of Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt.
Love and War finally has a release date
Bhansali`s epic romantic saga Love & War is among the most anticipated films of the year. The period drama was supposed to hit theatres in 2026. However, production delay led to the makers announcing a new release date. One of the most anticipated romantic dramas, the film brings together Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt in a powerful, high-stakes emotional saga.
On Friday, the makers took to social media to share the new release date for the film.
Love & War shoot update
Originally slated for a March release this year, the film remains incomplete. Bhansali recently shared that only 10 per cent of the shoot is pending. A couple weeks ago, mid-day had reported about the scheduling conflicts of the film. “Ranbir has Ramayana: Part Two, and Vicky has Mahavatar in the line-up. Nitesh Tiwari wants to wrap up the second part to begin post-production, because July onwards time will be dedicated to the promotions of Ramayana: Part One,” said a source to mid-day. Kaushal, who was expected to bulk up for Mahavatar, but was busy with Love & War shoots all through 2025, has now finally set that plan in motion. As a result, Love & War will only resume filming in the second half of 2026, adds the source.
What remains? The climax. Despite a recent health scare, Bhansali is determined to meet the January 2027 deadline. “He has been working non-stop for the last two years. The team is reworking timelines. Post-production is progressing alongside to save time. Sanjay is certain that the film will release on schedule and exactly how he envisioned it,” another insider reveals.
More about the epic
Carrying the signature Bhansali stamp of immersive storytelling and visually rich cinematic world, the film is expected to deliver both scale and emotional depth for audiences worldwide.
Mounted on a grand scale, Love & War marks Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s most ambitious romantic drama yet. With its sweeping narrative and emotional intensity, it stands as India’s grandest love saga and one of the biggest romantic spectacles in Indian cinema.
Love & War will be released in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu.
