Alia Bhatt Unveils Retro Glamour In First Look For Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War

Bhansali Productions has unveiled the official first look of Alia Bhatt for Sanjay Leela Bhansali's upcoming romantic drama Love & War, presenting the actress in a retro-inspired, cabaret-themed aesthetic. The promotional reveal follows previous character rollouts for co-star Ranbir Kapoor, marking another major visual step in the high-profile project's promotional campaign ahead of its scheduled theatrical launch.

The newly released poster features Bhatt seated in a dramatic pose, dressed in a red sequin co-ords set accompanied by a striking headpiece and a slit skirt. Sharing the visual asset across official social media channels, the studio paired the introduction with the caption, "Aag bhi, dilon ki jaan bhi!" The design departs sharply from the heavy historical period costumes that defined several of Bhansali's recent directorial ventures, grounding the new production in a contemporary setting.

Love & War brings together three of the most prominent names in contemporary Indian cinema, pairing Alia Bhatt alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal in leading roles. Industry reports indicate that the project is slated to become the most expensive film of Bhansali's career. The production's shooting schedule has officially concluded, with the director and unit marking an emotional wrap before shifting focus entirely to post-production work.

The ambitious casting choices assemble unique on-screen combinations. Bhatt previously collaborated with Bhansali on the critically acclaimed 2022 biographical drama Gangubai Kathiawadi, while also sharing screen space with Ranbir Kapoor in Brahmastra. Meanwhile, the project pairs Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal for the first time since their acclaimed work together in Raazi, while Kapoor and Kaushal portray strong-willed Air Force officers locked in a dramatic love triangle.

The feature film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on January 21, 2027. Demonstrating an expansive commercial footprint, the romantic drama will arrive simultaneously in Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu language versions, targeting wide cross-regional audiences across domestic and international markets.

Promotional momentum has steadily built through staggered character reveals. Prior to Bhatt's unveiling, social media was set abuzz by leaked behind-the-scenes imagery and official first-look reveals, notably featuring Kapoor and Kaushal in military attire alongside a blood-soaked arm poster that drew intense fan engagement. As post-production gets underway, the studio's phased rollout continues to stoke anticipation for the high-budget romantic drama.