Mumbai: Farhan Akhtar’s much awaited action thriller Don 3 is once again at the centre of Bollywood buzz, this time because of a possible major casting change. After weeks of speculation around Ranveer Singh’s association with the film, new reports indicate that Hrithik Roshan is among the actors being considered to fill the legendary role of Don. Things are yet to be official, but the developments have definitely not gone unnoticed.
According to industry chatter, the makers of Don 3 have begun exploring new options for the lead role following Ranveer Singh’s reported exit from the project. No official statement of the production team or the actors involved has been made. Nevertheless, one of the sources that are cited by Filmfare has disclosed that the name of Hrithik Roshan has been brought up strongly in the discussions within the office.
Why Ranveer Singh reportedly stepped away from Don 3
Earlier reports had linked Ranveer Singh’s possible exit to his career momentum after the success of Dhurandhar, suggesting that he wanted to explore other creative paths. But with more recent updates, it is a different story. A Pinkvilla report has made it clear that Ranveer did not abandon Don 3 due to the success of Dhurandhar at the box office.
Instead, his absence from the project is being attributed to creative differences with the team. While the exact details of these differences remain unclear, industry insiders point out that such situations are common in big budget films, especially when multiple creative visions need to align. Ranveer Singh has so far not commented on the issue.
Why Hrithik Roshan is a strong contender
The possibility of Hrithik Roshan joining the Don franchise has sparked excitement among fans. Interestingly, Hrithik already has a subtle connection to the series.In Don 2, Hrithik Roshan motivated Shah Rukh Khan to use his disguise, which many fans still recollect. This association has allegedly caused Hrithik to become an appealing choice to join the following sequel of the film.
Filmfare also notes that talks with Hrithik are still at an early stage, and no final decision has been taken yet. The producers are being extra cautious since the actor who will play Don 3 is bound to be compared against legends such as Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan, who defined the role in the previous movies. Carrying forward that legacy is no small responsibility.
What we know about Don 3 so far
Don 3 is the third instalment of the popular franchise created by Farhan Akhtar. Earlier reports in 2025 had confirmed Ranveer Singh as the lead, with Kiara Advani set to play the female lead. Nevertheless, the project has also experienced various difficulties such as casting change and time schedule problems.
Despite these hurdles, Don 3 remains one of the most anticipated upcoming Bollywood films. It is reported that the makers continue to plan to bring the film to floors in early 2026 as long as the casting and planning are in place shortly.
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