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Bhansali's 'Love & War' Set for Independence Day 2026

11/1/2025

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film “Love & War” will release on August 14, 2026, coinciding with India's Independence Day.
The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, with Kapoor previously working with Bhansali on “Saawariya” and Bhatt in “Gangubai Kathiawadi.”
“Love & War” is an epic saga that highlights Bhansali's cinematic style, marking his first release on a national public holiday.
This release follows Bhansali's recent Netflix series “Heeramandi.”

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Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film “Love & War” will release on August 14, 2026, coinciding with India's Independence Day.
The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, with Kapoor previously working with Bhansali on “Saawariya” and Bhatt in “Gangubai Kathiawadi.”
“Love & War” is an epic saga that highlights Bhansali's cinematic style, marking his first release on a national public holiday.
This release follows Bhansali's recent Netflix series “Heeramandi.”