Sanjay Leela Bhansali, known for delivering some of Indian cinema’s most iconic films, is all set to weave magic once again with his next epic, Love & War. Touted as one of Bollywood’s biggest and most anticipated projects, the film is helmed by the visionary director and stars three powerhouse performers—Vicky Kaushal, Ranbir Kapoor, and Alia Bhatt. However, every actress who works in a Sanjay Leela Bhansali film earns the title of a “Bhansali heroine”—a testament to his cinematic brilliance.
SLB’s films are celebrated not just for their grandeur but for the powerful way he portrays women in his films. No other director captures the female gaze with such magnificence, making every role deeply loved and remembered by audiences. Recently, Alia Bhatt, the film’s leading lady, turned heads at the Cannes 2025 red carpet with her stunning appearance. Her elegant and poised look has only amplified the excitement around Bhansali’s magnum opus. Netizens are buzzing with admiration, calling her transformation a clear sign of her preparation for the grand cinematic world of Love & War.
A fan wrote, “Already picturing her in Love & War omg”
Another fan wrote, “Can’t wait to see her main character energy in Love & War.”
A comment read, “Too prettyyyyy..hit like if you’re also waiting for her look in Love & War,” wrote a netizen.”
An excited fan wrote, “Hit like if you’re excited for alia in Love & War”
Another commented, “Love & War ka look bhi dekhna hai she looks wow in long gowns”
A fan commented, “Alia ma’am we cannot wait to see you in Love & War”
“The face, the aura, the Bhansali heroine prep is real.” wrote a fan excited for the film.
“Queen of Cannes and Love & War,” wrote a fan.
A netizen’s comment read, “Cannes in 2025, Love & War in 2025, queen energy only”
“Love & War me Alia itni khoobsurat lagegi,” read another netizen’s comment.
Surely, Alia’s look has left audiences even more excited for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film. According to reports, the three lead stars—Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and Vicky Kaushal—were shooting together for the first time for an intense sequence. While details about Love & War remain tightly under wraps, the anticipation continues to build, promising a cinematic spectacle like no other in recent Bollywood history.
