Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-anticipated film Love And War will reportedly not be releasing in March 2026 as originally planned. According to a trade source quoted by Bollywood Hungama, the film’s schedule has faced delays from Bhansali’s end, pushing the expected release to mid-2026.
Production Delay and Budget Restructuring
The source revealed that while the shoot began on time, the timeline was disrupted due to budgetary constraints. “The film was to conclude by November 2025, but as per the newest chalked schedule, SLB is now looking to finish the film by February 2026,” the insider said. Bhansali, who is self-financing the period drama, reportedly paused production temporarily to restructure the budget and secure adequate funding.
“It’s a period film and needs the right costing to make things work. SLB has now procured the required funds and is restarting the shoot sans a delay of 2 months,” the source added.
Clash with Toxic Averted
With Love And War shifting its release window, a potential box office clash with Yash and Nayanthara’s Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups—which is slated for March 2026—has now been averted. Trade circles had speculated that the two big-ticket films might impact each other’s performance had they released simultaneously.
New Release Date Under Discussion
Although an official announcement is still awaited, industry insiders suggest that Love And War will now aim for a mid-2026 release. A final decision on the release date is expected once the revised production schedule is firmly in place.
Starring Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and Vicky Kaushal, Love And War has been one of the most talked-about films of the year, especially since it marks Bhansali’s return to the big screen after Gangubai Kathiawadi.
