‘Hey handsome…’: Alia Bhatt melts over Ranbir Kapoor’s bloodied first look from Love & War

The poster features Ranbir in a striking bloodied-arm pose as he leans against a vintage blue car, with the visual evoking grandeur, intensity and passion.

Alia Bhatt reacts to Ranbir's first look

Alia, who also stars in the romantic war drama, shared the poster on Instagram and wrote, "Hey handsome… Love and War, in cinemas, January 21, 2027."

The post has since drawn attention from fans, who are eagerly awaiting the release of the film.

Ranbir, Alia and Vicky Kaushal in lead roles

Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Love & War also stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead.

The film is slated for a theatrical release on January 21, 2027.

Filming wraps after two years

The filming of Love & War wrapped in early September 2026 following nearly two years of schedules and recent reshoots.

Bhansali reunites with Ranbir

Love & War marks Bhansali's reunion with Ranbir Kapoor after Saawariya (2007) and his first collaboration with Vicky Kaushal.

Bhansali previously worked with Alia Bhatt in the 2022 blockbuster Gangubai Kathiawadi.

The film also marks a reunion between Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal after their 2018 hit Raazi.

Ranbir and Vicky play Armed Forces officers

Set against a contemporary wartime backdrop, the film revolves around two Indian Armed Forces officers.

Ranbir's character is portrayed as dark and aggressive, while Vicky's role is described as calm yet strong-willed, setting up a tense rivalry between the two.

With Bhansali at the helm, Love & War brings together the three actors in a story combining romance, conflict and war.