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Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-awaited romantic drama Love & War has finally locked its theatrical release date, and fans can mark their calendars for January 21, 2027. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, Love & War is slated for a grand Republic Day weekend release, positioning it as one of the biggest Bollywood releases of 2027. Known for his visually spectacular and emotionally intense films, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is mounting Love & War on a massive scale, with the film set to release in Hindi along with dubbed versions in Tamil and Telugu to cater to a pan-India audience.
The Love & War release date announcement comes after multiple delays that pushed the film from its earlier expected 2026 window. Production issues, scheduling conflicts, and Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s decision to reshoot key scenes for perfection reportedly led to the postponement and an increased budget. Despite the setbacks, the team is now on track, with only a small portion of the shoot and the climax left to be completed. Bhansali remains confident about meeting the January 21, 2027 deadline for Love & War, ensuring the film delivers his signature grandeur and emotional depth.
Love & War marks major reunions and fresh pairings that have heightened anticipation. The film brings Ranbir Kapoor back with Sanjay Leela Bhansali nearly two decades after Saawariya in 2007, and reunites the director with Alia Bhatt after the critically acclaimed Gangubai Kathiawadi in 2022. It also features the exciting new on screen combination of Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal, who previously delivered magic together in Sanju.
Described as Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s most ambitious romantic drama to date, Love & War is expected to be a high-stakes emotional saga with large-scale production values. Announced in January 2024, the film blends Bhansali’s trademark visual richness with a powerful star cast, making it a major theatrical event for Republic Day 2027. With shooting in its final leg and the team working on tight schedules.