Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal Set for Grand Face-Off in Love & War Shoot

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, is generating massive excitement with a significant update. The makers are gearing up to shoot a pivotal scene, described as a dramatic confrontation between Ranbir and Vicky, set to be a highlight of this war-themed romantic drama. Slated for a March 20, 2026 release, the film, produced under Bhansali Productions, promises to blend intense emotions with grand visuals.

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War

Sources close to the production reveal that the scene, scheduled for filming in August 2025 at Mumbai’s Film City, involves a tense face-off between Ranbir and Vicky’s characters, set against the backdrop of a 1960s war. The sequence, requiring over 300 extras and elaborate sets replicating a battlefield, aims to capture Bhansali’s signature opulence. With Ranbir playing a conflicted army officer and Vicky as his rival, the scene is expected to showcase their acting prowess, amplified by Alia’s emotional role as the connecting thread.

Film Stars Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal

Known for crafting visually stunning narratives, Bhansali is leaving no stone unturned for Love & War. The film, already 50% complete, has seen meticulous pre-production, with the crew building a 10-acre set to recreate wartime India. The upcoming scene, choreographed with military precision, will feature high-energy action and raw emotional exchanges, as per crew insights shared.

Love and War's Big Moment

Social media platforms like X are abuzz with anticipation, with fans posting, “Ranbir vs. Vicky in Bhansali’s world is going to be epic!” The film’s star-studded cast and Bhansali’s track record of hits like Bajirao Mastani have heightened expectations. The music, composed by Bhansali himself, is also rumored to feature a soulful track accompanying this scene.