Vicky Kaushal to dedicate 18 months to Amar Kaushik’s ‘Mahavatar’ after ‘Love & War’, shoot to begin from January 2027

Vicky Kaushal is set to dive into his next ambitious project, mythological epic ‘Mahavatar’, directed by Amar Kaushik, after wrapping up Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Love & War’. The actor will begin an intensive prep schedule from June 2026, immediately after completing his commitments on the Bhansali directorial, which also stars Ranbir Kapoor and Alia Bhatt.

Vicky Kaushal begins intensive preparation for ‘Mahavatar’

According to Pinkvilla, 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 character's psychological and emotional layers.

Vicky Kaushal commits to year-long ‘Mahavatar’ shoot

‘Mahavatar’ is scheduled to begin filming in January 2027, with a year-long shoot planned through December 2027. Reportedly, Vicky is treating ‘Mahavatar’ as a once-in-a-lifetime project. He wants to be fully invested, so he has consciously decided not to take on any other assignments during the shoot.

Vicky Kaushal wraps ‘Love & War’ before ‘Mahavatar’

‘Love & War’ is set to commence a key 50-day shooting schedule from May 2026. Bhansali plans to wrap up the film by late June, aiming for a theatrical release on January 21, 2027.

Vicky Kaushal embraces fatherhood with Katrina Kaif

Meanwhile, Vicky Kaushal’s personal life has also been marked by a joyous milestone, as the actor stepped into fatherhood a few months ago. He and Katrina Kaif welcomed their baby boy on November 7, 2025, and shared the news with fans through a social media post. The couple wrote, "Our bundle of joy has arrived. With immense love and gratitude, we welcome our baby boy. 7th November, 2025. Katrina & Vicky." Keeping the caption short and heartfelt, they added, "Blessed. Om (sic)." For those unaware, Vicky Kaushal and Katrina Kaif got married in 2021 in an intimate ceremony in Sawai Madhopur, Rajasthan.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”