Sanjay Leela Bhansali has unveiled Ranbir Kapoor’s first look from Love & War. The poster offers a striking glimpse of the film’s visual style ahead of its January 21, 2027, worldwide release.

Ranbir Kapoor’s first look sets the tone
The first-look poster moves beyond a conventional star introduction. Ranbir appears injured and bleeding behind the wheel of a vintage car, his composed expression contrasting with the damage visible on his arm. A second poster released later the same day gives a clearer view of his retro styling, including a moustache, sunglasses and a light-coloured polo shirt. Together, the images suggest a character caught between elegance and turmoil, though the makers have yet to reveal his story.

Bhansali offers a glimpse of the film’s world
The vintage car, period setting and carefully arranged details offer an early look at the world Bhansali is building for Love & War. Background music accompanying the promotional reveal adds to its dramatic mood. The posters create intrigue without explaining how romance and conflict will shape the film; those details remain to be disclosed as the campaign continues.

Three stars come together
Love & War brings Ranbir together with Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal under Bhansali’s direction. It also reunites Ranbir with the filmmaker nearly two decades after Saawariya, the film that marked his acting debut. Alia previously worked with Bhansali on Gangubai Kathiawadi, while this is Vicky’s first film with the director. The first-look campaign has so far focused on Ranbir, leaving the characters’ relationships and the wider plot open to speculation.

Worldwide release set for January 2027
Written and directed by Bhansali, Love & War is scheduled to release worldwide on January 21, 2027, in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu. Ranbir’s posters provide a memorable opening to the film’s promotions, but they are only an introduction. Further character reveals and story details will show how the three leads fit into its promised mix of love and conflict.