Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War eyes Independence Day 2026 release after delay; will it clash with Naagzilla and Bhediya 2?
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Earlier reports revealed that Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly anticipated action romance drama Love & War will now release in March of 2026. Concerns about budget clearance have delayed the film's production, prompting the makers to reassess the film's release date. According to the most recent report, Bhansali is aiming for the weekend of Independence Day 2026 for the grand release.
Three-month delay in shooting and release
An insider told Bollywood Hungama that there is a three-month delay in the shooting schedule, which has led to a three-month delay in release. Sanjay Leela Bhansali's next best option, aside from the Eid 2026 release window, is the Independence Day weekend, which aligns well with the Love & War theme.
The makers anticipate finalising the release date in the upcoming months. The film's title and topic hint at a patriotic undercurrent; the Independence Day window stands out as a favourite. To make the most of the long holiday weekend and get the word out about the A-list project, the crew is in high spirits.
Star-studded cast fuels excitement
In case you haven't heard, Love & War has three of modern India's most lauded actors: Vicky Kaushal (watch Sam Bahadur), Alia Bhatt (watch RRR), and Ranbir Kapoor. Fans have eagerly anticipated the project's announcement and are now eager to witness the trio onscreen in Bhansali's ambitious film. An epic fusion of Bhansali's trademark visual richness, riveting action, and passionate romance is what audiences can expect from the film.
The makers have shifted the release date of Love & War from March of that year to the second half of 2026. Curiously, this falls just before the much-awaited Ramayana adaptation, which is scheduled to be released at Diwali 2026.
High hopes for a blockbuster run
The anticipation for Love & War is growing, and with it, the promise of a spectacular cinematic experience that might sweep the box office during the Independence Day weekend.
