Ranbir Kapoor prioritizes 'Love & War' over 'Ramayana 2'
What's the story
Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor is reportedly prioritizing Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War over Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 2, which may delay the latter's release. Deccan Chronicle has reported that Kapoor has allocated all his dates to Bhansali's film to ensure a more streamlined production. Here's what we know.
Production shift
Kapoor's decision may delay 'Ramayana: Part 2' release
Deccan Chronicle quoted a source saying, "Ranbir had planned to complete the two parts of Ramayana, then finish Bhansali's Love & War. But the film is showing no sign of getting done." "Therefore, he has no choice but to give Bhansali all the dates that were originally meant for Ramayana Part 2." "This means that Part 2 may not be able to reach theaters as per plan at the end of 2026."
Cast highlights
'Ramayana' is a multistarrer
In Ramayana, Kapoor plays Lord Ram, while Sai Pallavi portrays Sita. KGF star Yash has been roped in to play Ravana. Sunny Deol and Ravie Dubey will essay Hanuman and Laxman, respectively. Kajal Aggarwal and Rakul Preet Singh are set to play Mandodri and Surpanakha in the film. Arun Govil, Adinath Kothare, Kunal Kapoor, Sheeba Chaddha, and Indira Krishnan are also a part of this project.
Film details
'Love & War' features Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal
Bhansali's Love & War also features Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal in lead roles. Earlier this year, Kapoor spoke about the film during a meet-and-greet event in Mumbai. He said, "Love & War is something which is every actor's dream... To work with brilliant actors like Alia and Vicky and to be directed by the master - Sanjay Leela Bhansali." Love & War is reportedly set to release on August 14, 2026.