Ranbir Kapoor, one of the biggest superstars of his generation, is navigating one of the most ambitious line-ups in recent Bollywood history. After the monumental success of Animal, the actor is gearing up for a series of high-profile releases — Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love And War, followed by Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, its sequel Ramayana 2, and the much-awaited Animal Park.
While Ramayana and its sequel are already locked for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, the release timeline for Love And War has remained uncertain due to repeated delays in filming. Now, Ranbir Kapoor has stepped in personally to ensure the project stays on track.
Ranbir Pushes for June 2026 Release
Reliable industry sources have confirmed that Ranbir Kapoor has urged Sanjay Leela Bhansali and his team to complete the shoot of Love And War by March 2026. His request is strategic — he wants a minimum four-month gap between Love And War and Ramayana.
A trade source revealed to Bollywood Hungama,
“Ranbir wants to ensure there’s at least a four-month breathing space between both films. Since the date of Ramayana cannot be moved, he has requested Bhansali to bring Love And War to theatres latest by June 2026.”
This move is unusual but significant, highlighting Ranbir’s increasing involvement in the long-term planning of his projects.
SLB Prefers an Independence Day Release — But RK Disagrees
While Ranbir is firm about a June 2026 release, insiders say Sanjay Leela Bhansali has been eyeing August 2026, especially the lucrative Independence Day weekend.
The same trade source added:
“SLB prefers releasing Love And War in August. But Ranbir feels the gap between the two films will be too small. Namit Malhotra, who is producing Love And War, is also pushing for a June release, as he doesn’t want the after-effects of Bhansali’s film to spill over and impact Ramayana, which is a much larger franchise.”
With both the film’s star and producer aligned on the June timeline, the ball is now in Bhansali’s court.
Why The Release Gap Matters
Ranbir Kapoor is the face of both Love And War and Ramayana, two massive films expected to dominate the box office. A tight spacing between the releases could result in:
- Brand fatigue among audiences
- Overlapping marketing campaigns
- Reduced box-office potential for one or both films
- Difficulty in sustaining momentum across back-to-back mega releases
A sufficient gap would allow each film to shine independently — a strategy Ranbir is strongly advocating.
Awaiting the Final Decision
As discussions between the teams continue, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is expected to make a final call soon. With fans eagerly awaiting the first look of Love And War, the official release announcement is likely to create a major buzz.
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Ranbir Kapoor’s proactive involvement in shaping the release calendar reflects his sharp understanding of today’s box-office dynamics. With two of the biggest films of his career arriving in 2026, the actor is ensuring that both Love And War and Ramayana get the spotlight they deserve. All eyes are now on SLB’s final decision — will he align with Ranbir’s June 2026 vision, or hold firm on the Independence Day weekend? The announcement is expected soon, and it may just shape the biggest box-office year of Ranbir’s career.
