Farhan Akhtar announces 'Don 3'; Ranveer Singh may be the one to take the legacy forward
Farhan Akhtar announces Don 3: The entire country has been anticipating the third instalment of the blockbuster franchise 'Don,' which had been said to be in the works, and now producer-director Farhan Akhtar has announced a 'new interpretation' of the iconic villain.
Farhan took to Instagram to share a post that hinted at a new era for Don.
Taking to Instagram, he said: “It was 1978 when the nation witnessed the rage of Don for the first time with superstar Mr Amitabh Bachchan playing the lead. While the first film continues to hold its charm, Excel Entertainment is delighted to announce the directorial homecoming of Farhan Akhtar's Don. With a legacy firmly established through his iconic two-film action franchise with Shah Rukh Khan in 2006 and 2011, the director is set to redefine the boundaries of storytelling once again in Don 3.”
“The time has now come to take the legacy of Don forward and joining us in this new interpretation will be an actor whose talent and versatility I have long admired. We hope that you will show him the love you have so graciously and generously shown to Mr Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. A new era of Don begins in 2025. Watch this space," he further added.
Every decade has seen a new leap into action and adventure with a redefined version of the popular franchise, and who will take the baton next is almost a matter of national concern. Don has undoubtedly been played by the most iconic and varied actors throughout the decades. While Bachchan was recognized for his 'angry young man' persona, Shah Rukh Khan was seen shifting from his lover boy personality into the part of this charismatic villain in his legendary portrayal of Don. So, who will fill Don's shoes next?
Fans have previously asked the 'Dil Chahta Hai' director about an update on 'Don 3' at many fan events and on social media, and it's now here.
According to recent speculations, actor Shah Rukh Khan will not return for the third instalment of the franchise, and actor Ranveer Singh will be seen replacing him in 'Don 3'.
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- With inputs from agencies
