Sanjay Leela Bhansali has once again proved his mastery in recreating worlds on screen. The filmmaker has recreated 1970s Italy in the heart of Mumbai for his upcoming film Love And War. While Bhansali had originally planned a 45-day schedule in Italy, he decided to bring the vision home and recently completed a 10-day shoot with Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal at a studio near Royal Palms in Goregaon.
Be it Lahore’s Heera Mandi for Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar or Gujarat for Ram Leela, Bhansali knows how to transport audiences to different eras and locations without leaving Mumbai. This time, he has built a stunning Italian club set for scenes that were originally meant to be shot in Europe.
Why The Change Of Plans?
In early October, Bhansali kicked off the latest schedule of this love triangle set in the 1970s. According to sources close to the production, the Italy schedule was turning out to be too complex logistically and would have taken much more time to execute. Bhansali wanted to maintain the grand opulence of the film while having complete control over the setting and lighting.
So instead of heading to Europe, he decided to recreate the portions on an elaborate set in Mumbai. The 10-day schedule with his three lead actors was completed just before Diwali. The decision has allowed the team to work more efficiently while maintaining the visual grandeur that Bhansali films are known for.
Final Schedule To Start Soon
The unit is currently on a short Diwali break. By the end of October, the filmmaker and his actors will return to shoot the final 20-day schedule of Love And War. Industry insiders say that Bhansali has saved the toughest part for last, as this leg will include crucial portions of the film’s climax.
After pictures of Alia from the set leaked online a few days ago, the director has made it very clear that he doesn’t want any more leaks. The production team will share venue details with the unit only closer to the shoot date to maintain complete secrecy. Bhansali is planning to wrap up the entire film by mid-December to meet the March 2026 release deadline.
About Love And War
Love And War is a romantic drama directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. The film stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal in lead roles. Set in the 1970s, the film tells the story of a love triangle with Bhansali’s signature grand visuals and emotional depth. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on March 19, 2026, during the Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, and Eid weekend.
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