Alia Bhatt to lead KJo’s next; Ranbir, Vicky may co-star
**Alia Bhatt to Lead Karan Johar’s Next Film; Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal May Co-Star**
*By Shreya Mukherjee | Oct 07, 2025, 10:36 AM*
Filmmaker Karan Johar is reportedly preparing for his directorial comeback with a romantic drama following his successful 2023 film, *Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani*. Leading the cast is said to be Alia Bhatt, marking her third collaboration with Johar after *Student of the Year* and *Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani*.
According to reports from Mid-Day, actors Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal are in talks to play the male lead roles alongside Bhatt. This anticipated film will be yet another venture under Johar’s Dharma Productions, which has supported multiple projects starring Alia Bhatt.
**Actors’ Connections and Previous Collaborations**
Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt share a history of working together on various notable films. Bhatt starred opposite Kapoor in *Brahmastra* (2022) and worked with Kaushal in *Raazi* (2018). Additionally, all three actors are currently shooting for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s upcoming film *Love & War*, slated for release in March 2026.
*Love & War* is described as a dramatic love triangle set against a wartime backdrop, with Kapoor and Kaushal having previously shared the screen in the 2018 film *Sanju*.
**Upcoming Highlights for *Love & War***
Sanjay Leela Bhansali is taking the production of *Love & War* to an international level. Sources reveal that the climax of the film will be shot in Sicily, Italy. A Pinkvilla report states, “Sanjay Leela Bhansali is going international with *Love & War*. The director is planning a massive shoot for the climax across the city of Sicily, making it one of the grandest schedules of the film.”
The team has already completed over 120 days of shooting on an expansive set in Mumbai, promising a grand cinematic experience for audiences.
Stay tuned for more updates on Karan Johar’s romantic drama and the exciting projects featuring Alia Bhatt, Ranbir Kapoor, and Vicky Kaushal.
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