- Saturday, March 22, 2025
By: Vibhuti Pathak
Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s much-anticipated film Love & War has set the internet abuzz with excitement. Starring Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt, the film is already being touted as a grand cinematic experience. However, fans have taken the buzz to another level, demanding that Bhansali cast Katrina Kaif alongside the lead trio.
According to recent updates, Love & War will feature a dramatic face-off between Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal, igniting a social media frenzy. Fans couldn’t help but imagine how Katrina Kaif’s inclusion would have made the film even more interesting, given her past relationships with both actors. The internet quickly turned this idea into a meme fest, with users playfully suggesting how the film would have gained even more traction with her presence.
One viral comment read, “Bhansali sir, ek baar Katrina ko cast karke dekho… asli Love & War toh tab shuru hoga.” Another user added, “Imagine Katrina walking in slow motion while Ranbir and Vicky glare at each other… SLB, missed it big time.”
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— Himesh (@HimeshMankad) March 19, 2025
Several others chimed in, suggesting that casting Katrina would have provided Love & War with effortless promotion. “Bhansali sir, Katrina ko bhi le aate toh film ki promotion free mein ho jaati,” a fan joked, pointing out how the real-life history between the actors would have been a perfect marketing strategy.
For those unfamiliar with their backstory, Ranbir Kapoor and Katrina Kaif were in a relationship for nearly six years before calling it quits. Now, Ranbir is happily married to Alia Bhatt, with whom he shares a daughter, Raha, while Katrina is married to Vicky Kaushal. Given this history, it’s no surprise that fans are indulging in lighthearted speculation about how Love & War could have played out with all four stars.
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Meanwhile, each actor from the Love & War trio has been making headlines with their recent work. Alia Bhatt was last seen in Jigra alongside Vedang Raina, while Ranbir Kapoor delivered a blockbuster performance in Animal with Rashmika Mandanna. Vicky Kaushal, on the other hand, kickstarted the year with a bang, leading Chhaava—directed by Laxman Utekar—which turned out to be the first major hit of 2025.
With Love & War still in development, Bhansali is expected to craft a visually stunning and emotionally gripping narrative. While Katrina Kaif’s casting remains a fan fantasy, the film already boasts a stellar lineup, ensuring audiences an epic cinematic spectacle. Whether or not Bhansali responds to the viral fan requests remains to be seen, but the internet certainly knows how to keep the buzz alive.
