Cinema VinesRanbir Kapoor’s long‑awaited first look for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming period drama, Love & War, has finally been revealed, giving fans a taste of the star’s character ahead of the film’s January 2027 release. The official Bhansali Productions Instagram page posted a striking poster showing Kapoor behind the wheel of a vintage car, wearing a simple white T‑shirt, glasses and a short buzz cut. The most arresting detail is the blood‑stained hand gripping the steering wheel, hinting at the film’s war‑torn backdrop.
In the caption, Bhansali Productions wrote, “Woh rutba, woh raub, woh junoon!”—a line that echoes the film’s themes of status, power and passion. Kapoor’s co‑stars, Vicky Kaushal and Alia Bhatt, shared the poster from their personal accounts, with Kaushal adding, “Here we go! RK… Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War on 21st January 2027. See you at the movies! #LoveAndWar.”
Set to bring the trio together for the first time in a Bhansali film, Love & War is described as a period romantic war drama. Early reports suggest that Kapoor and Kaushal play Indian Air Force officers whose lives intersect with Bhatt’s character, creating a love triangle against the chaos of war. The screenplay, written by Sanjay and Ila Bedi Dutta, also features Supriya Pathak in a key role.
The production wrapped its main shoot in September 2026 after a series of schedules that began in November 2024. Even after the principal photography concluded, Bhansali reportedly returned to the sets for additional battle sequences, with the lead actors participating in the extra shoots. Industry insiders say the team has implemented strict measures to prevent leaks, with the crew being closely monitored to safeguard the film’s world.
With the first look now out and the final stages of production complete, Love & War is poised for a January 2027 theatrical release, promising audiences a blend of romance, war and Bhansali’s signature visual flair.
