Vicky Kaushal is currently preparing for the release of his first collaboration with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Love & War. As the project, which has been in making for over two years, nears completion, details about his intense commitment to his craft have come out.
To authentically play two different versions of his character, Vicky underwent a physical transformation that required both weight gain and weight loss. A source close to the production highlighted his dedication to the role, saying, “Vicky was incredibly committed to the physical transformation this role demanded. He gained nearly 12kg to embody the character when he began shooting Love & War, then underwent a remarkable transformation, shedding around 15kg for the film’s climax shoot. His dedication to his craft is always remarkable.” This is not the first time Vicky has altered his physique for a demanding role. He underwent a similar transformation to play Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in the 2025 blockbuster Chhaava.
Love & War is a period drama set against the backdrop of romance and aviation, starring Vicky Kaushal and Ranbir Kapoor alongside Alia Bhatt. While the filmmakers have kept plot details under wraps, reports suggest that both Vicky and Ranbir will be seen as Air Force pilots.
The making of the film has been extensive, with the release date seeing several changes. Originally announced in 2024 with a Christmas 2025 release target, the film was later postponed. After missing a reported March 2026 target, the makers have confirmed that Love & War is now set to arrive in theatres on January 21, 2027.
The makers have taken extreme measures to maintain secrecy, with an industry source talking about the scale of the project. A source close to the film shared, “The team of Love & War is leaving no stone unturned to protect the film’s world and prevent any content from leaking out. Not just the principal cast, but the makers have reportedly asked a large section of the crew working on the project to sign strict NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements). Over 500 NDAs have already been signed or are currently in process, ensuring that information, visuals, or material from the sets do not make their way into the public domain.”
The film marks Alia’s second collaboration with Bhansali, as well as Ranbir’s second project with the director after Saawariya.
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