🎬 Alia Bhatt Says Filming for Love & War Is Nearing Completion; Calls Experience ‘Magical’

Mumbai / Milan – Bollywood star Alia Bhatt has given fans a fresh update on her much-anticipated film Love & War, revealing that the production is now at the “tail end of filming.” Speaking from Milan Fashion Week, where she was attending events in a chic black Gucci trench coat, Alia looked radiant as she shared her thoughts on one of her biggest projects yet.

The actress, who has been in Europe for fashion and promotional commitments, took time to talk about Love & War, which she described as a “magical experience” — especially because she’s working with Sanjay Leela Bhansali again. Alia pointed out that collaborating with the veteran filmmaker is a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity, expressing deep gratitude for the chance to create cinema under his vision.

⭐ A Return to Bhansali’s World

Alia’s admiration for Bhansali is rooted in their past collaboration on the critically acclaimed Gangubai Kathiawadi. Love & War reunites this successful pairing and brings with it high expectations from audiences and industry insiders. She said that working with him is more than just shooting a film — it’s an artistic journey where every scene and detail is given utmost care and passion.

📽️ About Love & War

Love & War is a highly anticipated Hindi-language period romantic drama directed, written, and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali himself. The film stars an ensemble cast including Alia Bhatt alongside Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal, marking a notable collaboration of three of Bollywood’s leading actors.

The narrative centres on an epic tale of love and conflict set against a period backdrop, showcasing Bhansali’s signature visual grandeur and evocative storytelling. While earlier industry chatter suggested shifting timelines, insiders report that the shoot is wrapping up soon, with post-production aiming to follow swiftly.

💬 Alia’s Personal Take

From her comments, it’s evident that Love & War holds a special place for Alia — not just professionally, but emotionally too. Describing her time on the project as magical reflects the intense creative synergy she shares with Bhansali and her co-stars. Such an enthusiastic endorsement only adds to the anticipation surrounding the film’s eventual release.

🗓️ Release Outlook (Rumoured)

While an official release date has not been confirmed by the makers, Love & War has been widely speculated to aim for a 2026 or early 2027 theatrical launch, following earlier reports of date shifts. This anticipation has only grown with the film’s star-studded cast and the buzz around its lavish production.