Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming mega project Love and War has been surrounded by wild casting rumours — from unexpected star pairings to complete rewrites of the original announcement. However, official sources have finally addressed the speculations, setting the record straight.
Rumour vs. Reality
Confirmed Cast:
Ranbir Kapoor
Alia Bhatt
Vicky Kaushal
These names were officially announced when Bhansali revealed the project earlier in 2024.
Not in the Film (Despite Rumor's):
Deepika Padukone
Priyanka Chopra
Shahid Kapoor
Kriti Sanon
Sidharth Malhotra
Viral posts and fan-made posters have wrongly added several names, leading to confusion.
About the Film
🎞 Title: Love and War
🎬 Director: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
🎭 Genre: Epic Romantic Drama
🗓️ Release Date: Christmas 2025 (tentative)
🎼 Music: Composed by SLB himself
The film is expected to blend historical grandeur with an intense love triangle, true to Bhansali's cinematic style.
What the Makers Said
A source close to Bhansali Productions stated:
“Only the original trio—Ranbir, Alia, and Vicky—have been finalized. All other names floating online are baseless.”
This aligns with Bhansali’s vision of reuniting with Alia after Gangubai Kathiawadi and exploring Ranbir’s deep emotional range post-Animal.
❓ FAQs
Q1: Who are the confirmed leads of Love and War?
Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal are the officially announced leads.
Q2: Is Deepika Padukone part of the film?
No. Despite viral posts, she has not been cast in Love and War.
Q3: When is Love and War releasing?
The film is slated for a Christmas 2025 release, though dates may change.
Q4: What genre is the film?
It’s a romantic drama with historical and emotional elements.
Q5: Why were so many rumours circulating?
Fan edits, speculation, and lack of frequent updates from the makers fueled misinformation.
Published on : 5th August
Published by : SMITA
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