Updated On: 07 October, 2025 07:19 AM IST | Mumbai | The Hitlist Team
Alia Bhatt teams up with Karan Johar once again for his upcoming film. Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal have been approached to play the lead. This will mark their second collaboration after Love and War

Karan Johar, Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal
There is a strong industry buzz that Karan Johar is preparing for his next directorial venture under Dharma Productions. Reports suggest the filmmaker will reunite with Alia Bhatt for the third time after Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani (2023). While Alia is apparently finalised as the female lead, the search for her co-star is down to two major names — Vicky Kaushal and Ranbir Kapoor. We have learnt that both actors have been approached, with an announcement expected soon. Alia and Vicky previously impressed audiences with their chemistry in Raazi (2018), while all three stars — Alia, Vicky, and Ranbir — are currently working together on Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s period epic Love & War, slated for release in early 2026.
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