Arre bhaiyon aur behnon, hold your popcorn tight because Bollywood’s biggest dhamaka is on the horizon! Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the maestro of masala, is bringing us "Love and War," and it’s got the glitz and glam of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal. But wait, is it the modern-day "Sangam"? Let’s spill the beans!
Love and War: Not Your Daddy’s Sangam!
Picture this: whispers in the corridors of Bollywood that Bhansali’s latest brainchild is a spinoff of the 1964 classic "Sangam." Three big stars, a love triangle – sounds familiar, na? But hold your ghoda, ’cause SLB himself has shut down these rumors faster than you can say "item number."
In an exclusive chit-chat with The Hollywood Reporter India, Bhansali cleared the hawa: “No, mere dost! Remaking a classic like Sangam? Na baba na!” He compared it to remaking gems like "Sholay" or "Mother India" – simply not happening!
For those living under a patthar, "Sangam" was a tale of love, duty, and, of course, masala, with Raj Kapoor’s iconic Air Force pilot character causing all sorts of drama after discovering a love letter for his wife. But "Love and War"? Bhansali says it’s a whole new kahani!
A New Flavor for Bhansali!
Now, if you think Bhansali is going to give you his signature period drama fare, think again, mere yaar! No extravagant sets, no historical costumes, and definitely no ghode-ghode ki baat. It’s 2026, and Bhansali is going contemporary with this one. “No more giant pillars, just real emotions with fantastic actors,” he quipped.
With Ranbir making a comeback to the SLB camp after 18 saal and Alia being his current muse, the jadoo is sure to unfold. And guess what? Vicky Kaushal is joining this bandwagon for the first time. Bhansali gushed, “Not just actors, yaar, but amazing people too!”
Mark your calendars – March 20, 2026, is when the magic hits the theaters! 🗓️✨
Kiran’s Gyan:
Pyaar, takraar, aur Bhansali ka sansaar! Bollywood’s formula is as predictable as your local chaiwala’s gossip, yet as comforting. Whether it’s a love triangle or an epic saga, one thing is for sure – no one can do it quite like Bollywood! So, here’s to more drama and dhamaal! 🍿🎬
Tags: Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal, Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Bollywood, Love and War