Film director Sanjay Leela Bhansali faces legal issues after a police complaint was lodged regarding alleged misconduct during the shooting of the film "Love & War" involving actors Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal.
In the bustling city of Bikaner, Rajasthan, filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali and two of his team members, Arvind Gill and Utkarsh Bali, find themselves at the centre of a legal dispute. An FIR has been lodged against them at the Bichhwal police station, under charges of fraud, criminal conspiracy, and intimidation.
The accuser, local man Prateek Raj Mathur, was hired as a line producer for Bhansali's latest film, Love & War, but was later removed without being paid. Mathur claims he made arrangements for the shoot and handled coordination with government departments.
The incident occurred during the making of Bhansali's new directorial, Love & War, which stars Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal in key roles. The film, planned for release in 2026, has been trending news alongside its star-studded cast.
Love & War is not the first time Bhansali has faced controversy during the production of a film. In 2017, the making of Padmaavat (earlier titled Padmavati) was marred by legal action and protests. Rumours circulated that the film showed a romantic dream sequence between Alauddin Khilji and Rani Padmini, which the makers repeatedly denied. The protests were led by several Rajput groups, including the Shri Rajput Karni Sena, who claimed the film distorted historical facts and insulted Queen Padmini's honor. Despite the backlash, Padmaavat became a blockbuster.
There is no public information indicating that Bhansali is currently detained during any court proceedings related to Love & War. The investigation of the FIR is being conducted by SHO Govind Singh Charan. When Mathur went to meet the film crew at a hotel, he was treated badly.
The controversy surrounding Love & War is the latest news in entertainment, adding another layer to the anticipation surrounding the film's release in 2026.
