Sanjay Leela Bhansali

Sanjay Leela Bhansali

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Date of Birth
Feb 24, 1963
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Age
63 Years
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Known For
Indian Cinema
Director Music Director Producer

Career Stats

Total Movies 10
Debut Year N/A
Awards Won Coming Soon
Box Office ₹4,184 Cr
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Box Office Summary

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₹585 Cr
Padmaavat
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1000+ Cr Movies
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1
500+ Cr Movies
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4
200+ Cr Movies
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5
100+ Cr Movies
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Top 10 Net Collection

Padmaavat
Collection: ₹302.15 Cr
Bajirao Mastani
Collection: ₹184.30 Cr
Rowdy Rathore
Collection: ₹133.25 Cr
Gangubai Kathiawadi
Collection: ₹132.01 Cr
Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela
Collection: ₹117.53 Cr
Devdas
Collection: ₹41.67 Cr
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Collection: ₹24.76 Cr
Tuesdays And Fridays
Collection: ₹0.22 Cr
Inshallah
Collection: ₹0.00 Cr
Love and War
Collection: ₹0.00 Cr
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Recent Movies

Gangubai Kathiawadi
Gangubai Kathiawadi
Feb 2022
Tuesdays And Fridays
Tuesdays And Fridays
Feb 2021
Padmaavat
Padmaavat
Jan 2018
Bajirao Mastani
Bajirao Mastani
Dec 2015
Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela
Goliyon Ki Rasleela Ram-Leela
Nov 2013
Rowdy Rathore
Rowdy Rathore
Jun 2012
Devdas
Devdas
Jul 2002
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
Jun 1999
Inshallah
Inshallah
Jan 1970
Love and War
Love and War
Jan 1970

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Love and War Release Date: Ranbir Kapoor-Starrer Pushed To 2027 Amid Production Delay Bollywood
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Mumbai, January 19 — Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's much-awaited magnum opus Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, has reportedly been pushed to 2027, dealing a fresh blow to fans eagerly waiting for the film's theatrical release. Initially announced with a Christmas 2025 release window, Love and War has seen multiple shifts in its timeline. The film was later expected to arrive in March 2026, with industry buzz even pointing towards a possible release in August or late 2026. However, the latest reports suggest that the ambitious project will now miss 2026 entirely. According to Pinkvilla, Love and War has faced extended shooting schedules and elaborate production requirements, which have significantly pushed back timelines. Known for his grand visuals, detailed set designs, and emotionally layered storytelling, Sanjay Leela Bhansali is reportedly taking extra time to perfect key sequences. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Reportedly, the film's shoot will be wrapped by June this year, following which an extensive post-production phase, including editing, background score, and visual enhancements, will take several more months. Given the scale of the film, the makers are in no hurry to rush the release. With post-production expected to stretch into late 2026, Love and War is now being eyed for a theatrical release in early 2027. While no official date has been locked yet, reports suggest that the makers may opt for a holiday window such as Republic Day or Valentine's Day to maximise box-office potential. Love and War marks Sanjay Leela Bhansali's reunion with Ranbir Kapoor after Saawariya, while also bringing together Ranbir, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal in a powerful, dramatic setting for the first time. The film is said to revolve around intense emotions, romance, and conflict, staying true to Bhansali's signature cinematic style. Stay tuned...

Breaking Buzz: Shah Rukh Khan's King and Ranbir Kapoor's Love and War To Be Split Into Two Parts? Bollywood
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Breaking Buzz: Shah Rukh Khan's King and Ranbir Kapoor's Love and War To Be Split Into Two Parts?

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Ranbir Kapoor & Deepika Padukone to reunite? Ayan Mukerji planning a rom-com based on Raj Kapoor-Nargis classic Chori Chori

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Love and War Release Date: Is An Early Release On The Cards For Ranbir Kapoor's Period Romantic Drama? Bollywood
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Love and War Release Date: Is An Early Release On The Cards For Ranbir Kapoor's Period Romantic Drama?

Mumbai, November 26 - Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has one of the best line-ups of films with multiple potential blockbusters. The Animal star will be seen headlining some of the most-awaited Indian films, including Love & War, Ramayana, and Animal Park. While the release dates of Ramayana Part 1 and Part 2 are locked for Diwali 2026 and Diwali 2027, the uncertainty over director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War is looming large, as the latest reports hint at a major twist despite it being already locked for an August 2026 release. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Love & War, which also stars Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, has been in production since last year, and some portion of the shoot is still pending. It was recently postponed to August 2026 from March 19, but according to the latest report by Bollywood Hungama, Ranbir is pushing SLB to prepone the release by a couple of months. Indian Cinema Prepares For Its Most Ambitious Line-up Yet With Ramayana, Varanasi, King, and More Since Ramayana Part 1 is already scheduled for Diwali 2026 release, Ranbir has reportedly requested SLB to move his period romantic drama up in June 2026, to maintain a reasonable gap between the two films. "He wants to ensure that there's at least 4 months' gap between Love And War and Ramayana. Since the date of Ramayana can't move, RK has requested Sanjay Leela Bhansali to bring Love And War on the big screen, latest by June 2026", says the report. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) It is said that Sanjay Leela Bhansali is still adamant to launch Love & War in August on Independence Day, since it's a lucrative window for box office dominance, but RK feels that there's too little of a gap between Love & War and Ramayana. Ramayana producer Namit Malhotra is also reportedly putting pressure on SLB to release his movie in June, as he doesn't want the aftermath of Love And War to impact Ramayana in any way. Sanjay Leela Bhansali is expected to take a call on the release date soon and make an official announcement. It will be Ranbir's first release since Animal (2023), which went to become his highest-grossing film with over 900 crores at the worldwide box office. Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar Theatrical Runtime Revealed: One of The Longest Bollywood Films Stay tuned...

Ranbir Kapoor To Play Cameo In Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, Starring Prabhas? Tollywood
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Ranbir Kapoor To Play Cameo In Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's Spirit, Starring Prabhas?

Mumbai, November 24 - After the monstrous success of Animal (2023), starring Ranbir Kapoor, director Sandeep Reddy Vanga's next film Spirit is among the most anticipated movies in Indian cinema. The Pan-India superstar Prabhas-fronted cop action thriller recently went on floors after months of pre-production work. As the film has kicked off its production, a latest rumour has taken social media by storm. As per the buzz, Vanga might collaborate with Ranbir once again, this time for a brief role. It is said that the Bollywood star will play a cameo and will appear at a crucial point in the film. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) A source quoted by Deccan Chronicle revealed that Ranbir's entry will mark a "historic moment," as it will be the first time he and Prabhas share screen space. The actor's cameo, if true, is said to be creating a major turning moment in the story of Spirit. Indian Cinema Prepares For Its Most Ambitious Line-up Yet With Ramayana, Varanasi, King, and More Meanwhile, Prabhas recently completed his look test for this highly-awaited film, before kicking off shooting on November 23. It marks his first collaboration with Vanga, and expectations are sky-high. The film is said to feature the Baahubali star in a gritty, high-impact role, with Vanga promising a raw, emotional, and action-heavy narrative. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Produced by T-Series and Bhadrakali Pictures, Spirit also stars Tripti Dimri, Vivek Oberoi, Kanchana and Prakash Raj in prominent roles. Ranbir, meanwhile, will next be seen in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, which also features Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal, in August 2026, before the biggest Indian movie, Ramayana Part 1, on Diwali 2026. Stay tuned...

Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur To Lead Imperfectly Perfect Love Story Do Deewane Seher Mein; Release Date Locked Bollywood
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Siddhant Chaturvedi, Mrunal Thakur To Lead Imperfectly Perfect Love Story Do Deewane Seher Mein; Release Date Locked

Mumbai, November 21 - Zee Studios and Bhansali Productions have joined hands with Ravi Udyawar to announce romantic drama Do Deewane Seher Mein, bringing together a refreshing on-screen pairing of Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur to lead it. The film, which has already begun generating strong buzz across social platforms, is set to hit cinemas on 20 February 2026. Directed by Ravi Udyawar (MOM, Yudhra), the project marks an exciting addition to the 2026 theatrical lineup. It marks Udyawar and Siddhant's second film after Yudhra. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}) Do dil, ek seher, aur ek imperfectly perfect prem kahani! ❤️This Valentine's Day, isq se isq ho jayega! 💕#DoDeewaneसहरMein - 20th Feb 2026@SiddyChats @mrunal0801 @IlaArun2 #RaviUdyawarFilms #BhansaliProductions @ZeeStudios_ #SanjayLeelaBhansali @prerna982 #UmeshKrBansal… pic.twitter.com/ts4yt5aL8r— BhansaliProductions (@bhansali_produc) November 21, 2025 The film boasts a powerful production lineup, headed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Prerna Singh, Umesh Kumar Bansal, and Bharat Kumar Ranga. With Bhansali's involvement, audiences naturally anticipate strong aesthetics, lush music, and a world that feels both intimate and cinematic. With two talented performers at the forefront and a seasoned creative team supporting the narrative, Do Deewane Seher Mein promises to be an emotionally rich and visually absorbing romantic journey. As it prepares for its theatrical release on 20 February 2026, anticipation is steadily rising for what could become one of the standout love stories of the year. Stay tuned...

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Prabhas vs Ranbir Kapoor: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War Officially Postponed; To Lock Horns With Fauji/Fauzi On Independence Day 2026 Bollywood
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Prabhas vs Ranbir Kapoor: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love and War Officially Postponed; To Lock Horns With Fauji/Fauzi On Independence Day 2026

Mumbai, October 31 - Director Sanjay Leela Bhansali's highly-awaited period romantic action drama film Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, has officially been postponed from Eid 2026 release, averting a clash with Yash-fronted Toxic, which is slated to hit the big screens on March 20. According to the report by Variety, Love and War will be released on the big screen on one of India's most coveted national public holiday frames, Independence Day 2026. It will debut on August 14, possibly setting up with a big box office clash with the Pan India biggie Fauzi, starring Prabhas. Though not yet official, Fauzi, directed by Sita Ramam fame Hanu Raghavapudi, is eyeing the same holiday frame for worldwide release. If true, it will be one of the biggest box office clashes as Fauzi will release in multiple languages, including Hindi. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Fauzi (@fauzithemovie) Independence Day has historically been one of the most lucrative holiday slots for Hindi cinema, which has yielded massive results at the box office. Shraddha Kapoor's Stree 2 and Sunny Deol's Gadar 2 were released during this period in 2024 and 2023, respectively, and turned into massive box office juggernauts. Love and War marks the first film for the lead trio together, and first for Vicky Kaushal with Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Most of the shooting of the film has been completed, but a major chunk of the filming is left, which is one of the main reasons it has been postponed. Touted as an epic saga of passion, pride, and conflict, Love & War marks Sanjay Leel Bhansali's first-ever Indian Independence Day release. It promises the filmmaker's signature blend of scale and emotion, combining opulent visuals with deeply felt storytelling. Stay tuned...

Big Change: Maddock Films' Ambitious Mahavatar Opts Out of Christmas 2026 Slot Amid Vicky Kaushal's Scheduling Conflict Bollywood
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Big Change: Maddock Films' Ambitious Mahavatar Opts Out of Christmas 2026 Slot Amid Vicky Kaushal's Scheduling Conflict

Mumbai, August 25 - Vicky Kaushal's ambitious epic action drama Mahavatar is no longer releasing on Christmas 2026, as the makers have reportedly postponed it to 2027 amid the shooting delay. The lucrative festive holiday period is now vacant for other films to occupy. According to the report by Peepingmoon.com, Mahavatar shoot has been delayed to next year amid Kaushal's scheduling conflict. To be directed by Amar Kaushik, the film was originally planned to start rolling by the end of 2025, which is reportedly not happening as the actor's Love and War with Sanjay Leela Bhansali is taking longer than expected to wrap. Apart from scheduling conflict with Love and War, Vicky Kaushal will also have to undergo months of intensive physical training to achieve the muscular physique necessary for his role in Mahavatar, which is based on Lord Parashurama. The report says that the makers are now eyeing to take the film on floors by April 2026. Produced by Maddock Films, Mahavatar is expected to be shot over a period of 6 months, followed by lengthy post-production work due to its heavy reliance on VFX. While the studio has not locked a new release date yet, the report says it might hit the big screen on Independence Day weekend 2027. If that happens, then the studio's Stree 3, which is currently slated for the same weekend, will be delayed. Mahavatar is the most ambitious production of Maddock Films yet, and the studio is leaving no stone unturned to make a visual spectacle on the big screens. In the movie, Vicky plays Lord Parashurama, who is the sixth avatar among the Dashavatara of the preserver god Vishnu. He is one of the Chiranjivi (Immortals), who will appear at the end of the Kali Yuga to be the guru of Vishnu's tenth and last incarnation, Kalki. Stay tuned...

Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara Hits 300 Crore India Net; Beats Salman Khan's Sultan and Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone's Padmaavat Bollywood
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Ahaan Pandey, Aneet Padda's Saiyaara Hits 300 Crore India Net; Beats Salman Khan's Sultan and Ranveer Singh, Deepika Padukone's Padmaavat

Mumbai, August 5 - Yash Raj Films' romantic blockbuster Saiyaara, starring debutantes Ahaan Pandey and Aneet Padda, has achieved a historic milestone by crossing 300 crores net collection at the domestic box office, becoming the first Indian love story to enter the coveted club. ## Directed by Mohit Suri, the film has achieved the milestone on its 18th day (third Monday) with an approximate collection of 2.50 crores. This pushed the film's total India net to around 302.25 crores. With this feat, Saiyaara has now become the 18th Hindi-language film to cross 300 crores net in India.## Saiyaara has surpassed the lifetime India net collections of superstar Salman Khan's Sultan (300.45 crores) and Sanjay Leela Bhansali's epic Padmaavat (302.15 crores), which featured Shahid Kapoor, Ranveer Singh, and Deepika Padukone. On its 19th day, it will go past War 2 (303.34 crores), starring Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff, to become the 15th biggest Hindi net grosser of all time. ## Despite its phenomenal success, Saiyaara has seen a dip in momentum due to the release of new films and the ongoing dominance of the animated epic Mahavatar Narsimha. These factors have led to a reduction in its show count, making its entry into the 400 crore club highly unlikely. However, the film still has an outside chance of finishing with over 350 crores net in India. ## If Saiyaara does manage to touch or cross the 350 crore mark, it will solidify its place as the 11th biggest Hindi net-grosser ever — a landmark achievement for a film led by two newcomers and driven by youthful romance. The success story of Saiyaara is not only a major box office triumph for YRF but also a significant turning point for fresh talent in Bollywood. ## Stay tuned...