Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s on-set pictures from Love & War go viral, internet reacts

Leaked on set pictures from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film Love & War have gone viral on social media, drawing attention to Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt’s appearances. The images, which surfaced online over the weekend, have sparked discussion, particularly around Alia’s look, while also reviving conversations about the film’s release timeline.

The pictures were shared by Zoom TV and show Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt on set with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali and choreographer Ganesh Acharya. Ranbir is seen in a blue shirt paired with black trousers, sporting a clean shaven face with a prominent moustache. Alia appears in a jumpsuit with voluminous, puffed hair, suggesting a period inspired visual tone. The visuals hint at a classic cinematic setting that Bhansali is known for.

As the images circulated, a Reddit thread titled “Love & War on set pictures (Ranbir, Alia, SLB, Ganesh Acharya)” became a hub for reactions. Several users focused on Alia Bhatt’s hair, with one comment reading, “Is that wig of Alia’s supposed to look so disconnected?” Another user questioned the timing of the leak, writing, “Bhansali is so desperate and mad that the movie postponement news is out that his PR is putting out pics (sic).” A third joked, “Kuch jayada nhi leak ho raha hai is movie ka… dheere dheere pura movie aisehi dikha do.”

The leaked images arrived amid earlier rumours that Love & War could be delayed until 2027. These speculations gained traction due to reports of the planned release of Ramayana in 2026, leading to assumptions of a possible schedule clash. However, those claims have since been dismissed.

A source close to the project clarified that the film remains on track. “The film is very much set to release in 2026,” the source told Koimoi. Reports also suggest that a significant portion of the shoot has already been completed, easing concerns around delays.

While an official release date announcement is still awaited, the leaked visuals have ensured that Love & War remains firmly in public conversation, with attention now split between its aesthetic choices and its eventual arrival in theatres.