Ranveer Singh to play the iconic Don in Farhan Akhtar’s upcoming film

Fans of the Don franchise have been eagerly waiting for the third installment of the action thriller series, and now they have a reason to rejoice. Ranveer Singh, one of the most versatile and charismatic actors in Bollywood, has been confirmed to play the lead role of Don, the ruthless and charismatic crime lord who always manages to escape the law.

The film, which is tentatively titled Don 3, will be directed by Farhan Akhtar, who also helmed the previous two films in the series. Farhan Akhtar recently revealed some details about the film’s pre-production and shooting schedule in an interview with Variety.

Pre-production to start in March, filming to begin in August

According to Farhan Akhtar, the pre-production for Don 3 will start in March, and the filming will begin in August this year. He said that the film is currently in the casting stage, and he is looking for actors who can match Ranveer’s energy and charisma. He also hinted that the film will have some unexpected twists and surprises for the audience, just like the previous films.

Farhan Akhtar also spoke about the leading lady and the villain of the film, but did not reveal any names. He said that the female lead will be announced soon, and that he is in talks with Emraan Hashmi for the role of the antagonist. He said that he wants to create a strong and memorable character for the villain, who can pose a real challenge to Don.

Farhan Akhtar on why he chose Ranveer Singh over Shah Rukh Khan

Farhan Akhtar also explained why he decided to cast Ranveer Singh as Don, instead of continuing with Shah Rukh Khan, who played the role in the first two films. He said that he and Shah Rukh Khan had a mutual understanding that they wanted to take the story in different directions, and that they parted ways amicably. He said that he respects Shah Rukh Khan’s decision, and that he is not in the position of replacing anybody.

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He said that he chose Ranveer Singh because he believes that he has the qualities that make a good Don. He said that Ranveer Singh has self-confidence, flamboyance, and the ability to achieve anything he sets his mind to. He said that Ranveer Singh will bring his own style and flair to the role, and that he is confident that he will do a great job.

A brief history of the Don franchise

The Don franchise is based on the 1978 film Don, starring Amitabh Bachchan as the titular character. The film was directed by Chandra Barot, and was a huge hit at the box office. The film was remade in 2006 by Farhan Akhtar, with Shah Rukh Khan playing Don. The film also starred Priyanka Chopra, Arjun Rampal, Boman Irani, and Isha Koppikar. The film was a modern adaptation of the original, with some changes in the plot and the characters. The film was also a success, and was followed by a sequel, Don 2, in 2011. The sequel continued the story of Don, who now operates in Europe and faces a new enemy.

The Don franchise is known for its stylish and slick action sequences, its catchy and popular music, and its clever and witty dialogues. The franchise has a loyal fan base, who are eagerly awaiting the release of Don 3. The film is expected to hit the screens in 2025.