In a recent announcement, director Farhan Akhtar revealed that the highly anticipated film “Don 3” will not feature Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role. Instead, another actor will be taking on the iconic character. Akhtar began his note by acknowledging the impact that Amitabh Bachchan’s portrayal of Don had on audiences in 1978. He then praised Shah Rukh Khan for his charming interpretation of the character in the 2006 remake.
While the new lead actor has not been officially announced, there are reports suggesting that Ranveer Singh has been cast as Don. Akhtar expressed his admiration for the talent and versatility of the actor who will be taking on the role. He also requested that fans show the new actor the same love and support they gave to Bachchan and Khan.
Farhan Akhtar reflected on his experience working with Shah Rukh Khan in the previous two “Don” films, mentioning how he enjoyed creating the character with him. However, he believes that it is now time for a new actor to carry on the Don legacy. Akhtar ended his statement by teasing that a new era of Don will begin in 2025.
The announcement sparked mixed reactions from fans on social media. Many expressed their disappointment at the absence of Shah Rukh Khan from the project, stating that he is the only Don they will accept. Others suggested considering a lesser-known actor with great potential. Some even proposed bringing back Amitabh Bachchan as Don for a nostalgic ending to the saga.
Farhan Akhtar’s wife Shibani Dandekar and sister Zoya Akhtar showed their support for the upcoming film by leaving heart emojis in the comments. Actor Rohit Roy and Harsh Varrdhan Kapoor also expressed their excitement for the new era of Don. Meanwhile, fans speculated on the identity of the new actor, with many guessing that it could be Ranveer Singh.
In addition to the announcement, Farhan Akhtar shared a cryptic post earlier in the day, which further fueled speculation about the film. However, the comments section of that post was flooded with requests to bring back Shah Rukh Khan.
“Don” is a franchise that originated from Amitabh Bachchan’s 1978 film of the same name. Shah Rukh Khan’s rendition of the character in the 2006 remake was highly successful, and the sequel released years later was also well-received.
While fans eagerly await more details about the new actor and the direction of the “Don” franchise, it is clear that Shah Rukh Khan’s absence has left a void in the hearts of many. Nevertheless, the upcoming film promises to bring a fresh take on the iconic character, and fans are curious to see who will step into Don’s shoes in 2025.