Ranbir And Vicky Reveal Air Force Look From Bhansali’s 'Love and War' Amid Mixed Reactions

A single behind-the-scenes still from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War has set the internet ablaze. On November 27, 2025, Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal were revealed in full Indian Air Force pilot uniforms, standing side-by-side next to a MiG-21 fighter jet, aviators on, moustaches sharp, exuding unmistakable swagger. Shared by the industry handle The Climax India with the caption “one last time for the iconic jet,” the image instantly went viral and sparked one of the most polarized reactions Bollywood has seen this year.

The two actors, dressed identically in olive flight suits, look strikingly similar to each other in the frame—almost twinning—which only amplified the chatter. While some hailed the disciplined, old-school officer vibe as perfect for Bhansali’s grand wartime canvas, others were brutally unforgiving. Reddit threads exploded with comments like “Vicky looks bhoona hua,” “Zero aura,” “Ranbir with that muchhi is looking like the Mario game guy,” and “Bhansu yeh kya soch ke moustache look diya hai,” reflecting genuine disappointment over what many called a “glow-down” for both stars.

At the same time, a significant section of fans lost their minds in the opposite direction. “RK looking like a real IAF officer—handsome too 😍,” “This is peak cinema,” and endless heart-eye and fire emojis flooded timelines. Ranbir, in particular, received widespread praise for pulling off the authoritative pilot look effortlessly, while defenders argued the uniform-and-moustache combination is deliberate period styling for a story set against the backdrop of war.

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Love & War marks Bhansali’s first collaboration with the trio of Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal. The film is described as an epic love triangle between two officers and the woman caught between them, promising the director’s trademark visual opulence fused with raw emotional stakes. Slated for a March 2026 release, the project has been under tight wraps, making every leaked visual a major event.

Whether loved or roasted, the divisive first look has achieved exactly what Bhansali masterpieces always do—dominate conversation long before the cameras stop rolling. As one fan aptly summed up: “Only SLB can make two of the hottest actors look controversial and still have us counting days for the trailer.” Mission accomplished.

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