Vicky Kaushal to dedicate over a year to Amar Kaushik’s Mahavatar, reveals report A recent report by Pinkvilla has sparked buzz around Vicky Kaushal and his potential association with filmmaker Amar Kaushik for the ambitious project Mahavatar. According to the report, the actor is expected to dedicate over a year exclusively to the film, indicating the scale and intensity of the project. “Vicky has committed to a rigorous six-month training program that includes physical transformation, bulking up, and a series of acting workshops tailored specifically for the film. Amar has designed a very detailed prep module for Vicky. It’s not just about the physicality, but also about getting into the psychological and emotional graph of the character”, a source told the portal. If the timelines hold, Mahavatar is likely to go on floors in January 2027, around the time of the release of Love & War. Reports further suggest that the shoot schedule could extend throughout the year, continuing until December 2027. During this period, Kaushal is said to be focusing solely on this project to maintain continuity in performance and appearance. The source went on to add, “Vicky is treating Mahavatar as a once-in-a-lifetime project. He wants to be fully invested, which is why he has consciously decided not to take up any other assignments during the shoot”. There are also indications that the actor may take on a smaller project before beginning work on Mahavatar, considering the long co... #recent_report #Vicky_Kaushal #Vicky #Mahavatar #Amar_Kaushik #Kaushik #sparked_buzz #potential_association #filmmaker_Amar #reveals_report
Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War gears up for 15 to 20-day song schedule in May Sanjay Leela Bhansali, one of Indian cinema’s most visionary directors, is gearing up for his biggest and most-awaited project yet. Titled Love & War, the film brings together, for the first time, three of Bollywood’s biggest stars, Ranbir Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal, and Alia Bhatt, in lead roles. Positioned as a grand historical drama, the film is already generating massive excitement among audiences. The shoot is currently in full swing, with Bhansali reportedly leaving no stone unturned to craft a visually stunning cinematic spectacle. Amid this, sources reveal that Love & War is now gearing up for a major song shoot, expected to begin in the coming days. The source revealed, "Love & War is about to start a song shoot schedule in early May. As the grandeur of SLB's is always magnificent, it will be a 15 to 20-day schedule. "This update has further heightened anticipation around the film. Known for Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s grand vision, especially in songs, expectations are soaring for another visual spectacle, with his signature larger-than-life cinematic storytelling. With Sanjay Leela Bhansali at the helm, a director known for his meticulous storytelling, opulent frames, and emotionally charged narratives, expectations are monumental. The three most bankable and versatile performers in the industry, paired with Bhansali’s directorial brilliance, further fuel speculation about t... #War #Ranbir_Kapoor #Vicky_Kaushal #Sanjay_Leela #Leela_Bhansali #Bhansali #Indian_cinema #Alia_Bhatt #War_gears #most-awaited_project
Shraddha Kapoor in talks for Vicky Kaushal’s Mahavatar: Report It has been a year since Vicky Kaushal impressed audiences with his performance in Chhaava. The film’s strong box office run left fans eager to see what he does next. One of his upcoming projects is Mahavatar, which marks his third collaboration with Maddock Films. However, the makers are still searching for the female lead opposite him. Now, there is fresh buzz that Shraddha Kapoor has been approached for the role. According to Mid-Day, the actor is being considered as the possible leading lady in the ambitious project. A source told the publication, “Shraddha fits the brief perfectly. The team was keen on someone who brings star value and presence. Plus, the Vicky-Shraddha pairing will be fresh, and the makers are confident this combination will resonate with the audience. ”The report also stated that if things move forward as planned, director Amar Kaushik is expected to take the film on floors after June. The project is said to be one of the most ambitious films backed by Maddock Films so far. Interestingly, this is not the first time a major name has been linked to the film. In December last year, the same publication reported that Deepika Padukone was also being considered for the role opposite Kaushal. According to the report, “The team has been looking for someone who can bring gravitas and emotional depth to the role written opposite Parashurama. Deepika fits that space perfectly. Conversation... #Chhaava #Vicky_Kaushal #Maddock_Films #Shraddha_Kapoor #Shraddha #Vicky #Kaushal_impressed #Mahavatar #Kaushal #impressed_audiences
Love & War: No Phones, No Leaks— Sanjay Leela Bhansali enforces strict security on sets of the Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal starrer Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Love & War continues to remain one of the most closely followed projects in development, and recent measures on set indicate the makers’ intent to maintain tight control over the visual and narrative elements of the Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Vicky Kaushal starrer. As anticipation grows around the film, strict security protocols have reportedly been enforced to avoid any unauthorised leaks. According to an independent industry source, the production has gone beyond standard confidentiality practices. “Not just NDAs, the team of SLB’s Love & War is taking extra measures to prevent any leaks. Phones are not allowed on set, and every member has to submit their devices before entering. This is definitely taking the curiosity to see the set a notch higher. ”The move comes at a time when audience interest around the film is steadily increasing, particularly given its casting. The project brings together the trio together in leading roles— marking the first time they will share screen space in a single film. The combination alone has contributed significantly to the film’s visibility even in its production stage. Bhansali, known for his detailed storytelling approach and emphasis on visual scale, is reportedly maintaining a high level of confidentiality around the project’s look and treatment. Over the ... #Ranbir_Kapoor #Kapoor #Vicky_Kaushal #Bhatt #Sanjay_Leela #Leela_Bhansali #Alia_Bhatt #Kaushal_starrer #starrer_Sanjay #Alia
Vicky Kaushal celebrates one year of Chhaava, thanks fans for their “very special” love Marking one year of Chhaava, actor Vicky Kaushal took to social media on February 14, 2026, to express heartfelt gratitude for the overwhelming love the film has received. Sharing throwback stills from the film along with behind-the-scenes moments featuring director Laxman Utekar, the actor reflected on the journey with a note of reverence. “I bow my head in gratitude to the great Maratha legacy and to all of you for celebrating it with us. Your love has truly been very special!,” he wrote. The post quickly drew reactions from fans and members of the film fraternity. Actor Nimrat Kaur dropped clapping hand emojis in the comments section, while fans revisited their experience of watching the historical drama. “Re-watched it last week on Netflix. Still gives the same goosebumps,” one user commented. Another wrote, “Such well-deserved praise and love!” A third shared a more critical take, commenting on the film’s background score but noting the sensitivity around expressing such opinions. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vicky Kaushal (@vickykaushal09) Directed by Laxman Utekar, Chhaava was lauded for its scale, performances and emotional storytelling, even as it sparked discussions in certain quarters. A few weeks ago, music composer A. R. Rahman, in a conversation with BBC Asian Network, described the film as “divisive,” stating that it “cashed in on divis... #February #year #social_media #Vicky_Kaushal #film #love_Marking #express_heartfelt #Laxman_Utekar #Kaushal_celebrates #heartfelt_gratitude
Karan Johar, Vicky Kaushal, Ananya Panday and others attend day 2 of the 100-year celebration event of RSS in Mumbai The Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) completed 100 years in 2025. As part of its centenary celebrations, a grand two-day event is being held at a sprawling auditorium in Mumbai. The first day of the event took place on Saturday, February 7, with several prominent personalities from various fields in attendance. The Bollywood film fraternity was not far behind and many celebs attended the first day of the event like superstars Salman Khan and Ranbir Kapoor, filmmakers Mohit Suri, Subhash Ghai, Nitesh Tiwari, Mahaveer Jain, Om Raut, Vikram Malhotra, lyricist Prasoon Joshi and others. The second day of the event was also star-studded. While Ranbir attended the first day of the event, his Love & War co-star Vicky Kaushal made his presence felt on day 2. Karan Johar and Ananya Panday were also present and they were joined by veteran actor Jackie Shroff, the evergreen Raveena Tandon and Shilpa Shetty, music composer Pritam Chakraborty, singer Adnan Sami, television star Rupali Ganguly, Marathi actor Subodh Bhave, talented performer Viineet Kumar Siingh, and filmmakers Nitesh Tiwari, Madhur Bhandarkar, Mahesh Manjrekar, Aanand, L Rai, Amar Kaushik, Amit Sharma, Ramesh Taurani, Anand Pandit, Arunabh Kumar and others. On the film front, Ananya Panday and Karan Johar are gearing up for their romantic flick, Chand Mera Dil. It also stars Lakshya of Kill (2024) ... #event #RSS #day #Swayamsevak_Sangh #Rashtriya_Swayamsevak #Nitesh_Tiwari #Ananya_Panday #Vicky_Kaushal #Karan_Johar #attend_day
