Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal twin in retro avatars at Bhansali’s office; Fans go wild

In a moment that’s caught chatter and clicks across the internet, Ranbir Kapoor and Vicky Kaushal turned up to meet Sanjay Leela Bhansali wearing identical vintage-style moustaches and fans are absolutely loving it. Their twinning facial hair sparked conspiracy theories, memes, and fervent speculation about what this could signal for their next big film together.

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A Style Statement or a Sneak Peek?

In the clip shared on Instagram by Viral Bhayani, Ranbir and Vicky are seen walking out of Bhansali's office. The duo step forward and pose for the paparazzi. Next, they step behind and share a hug before exit.

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The moustaches may look whimsical, but in Bollywood, nothing is by chance. Given that both stars are involved in Bhansali’s much-buzzed new venture Love & War, many believe this grooming choice is a deliberate hint at the film’s period setting and character arcs.

The facial hair match is being read as a subtle marketing tease - a visual whisper promising old-world aesthetics, intense roles, and the grandeur typical of Bhansali’s canvas.

Reuniting Under Bhansali’s Vision

Ranbir and Bhansali share a long history. Ranbir’s debut as a lead actor was in Bhansali’s Saawariya (2007), and he’s often credited the filmmaker with shaping his craft. Their latest collaboration, Love & War, also includes Alia Bhatt, making it one of Bollywood’s most anticipated projects this year.

Meanwhile, insiders reveal that both Ranbir and Vicky have undergone major physical transformations - significant weight loss - to embody their characters authentically.

Fan Frenzy

Soon after the pics surfaced on social media, fans went frenzy over the moustache look. Some compared the styles to iconic old-Hindi film looks; others began sketching out theories about dual roles, rivalries, time jumps, or alternate timelines.

What’s clear is that the moustache moment became more than a grooming choice. It became a conversation starter, a marketing stunt, and a fandom moment all rolled into one.

What to Watch For Next

If the moustache reveal is any indication, audiences can expect Love & War to lean hard into period drama- elaborate sets, textured costumes, and emotionally rich character arcs. The Bhansali camp is known to be notoriously private about narrative details, so visual clues like these fuel speculation until the film’s official promos drop.

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All eyes now wait for the first full poster or trailer- whenever that arrives, the moustache moment will be examined and re-examined frame by frame.