In a much-awaited announcement that has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry, it has been confirmed that the dynamic and versatile Ranveer Singh will be stepping into the shoes of the iconic character Don in the upcoming film ‘Don 3.’ The announcement was accompanied by a gripping teaser dropped by director Farhan Akhtar, leaving fans and enthusiasts buzzing with excitement.
After much speculation and anticipation, the news of Ranveer Singh’s casting has been met with a wave of approval from fans and critics alike. Known for his ability to seamlessly embody diverse roles, Singh’s selection for this formidable role is a testament to his acting prowess and charisma. The franchise, which has previously been led by Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan, now welcomes Singh to breathe new life into this legendary character.
In the teaser, Ranveer Singh emerges from shadows, his intense gaze sending chills down the spine of viewers. The whole time, he is narrating an ominous voiceover in Hindi. “Sher jo so raha hai woh jaagega kab? Poochte hain yeh sab. Unse keh do ki phir jaag utha hoon main, aur phir saamne jald aane ko.” He continues, “Kya hai taakat meri, kya hai himmat meri, phir dikhane ko. Maut se khelna zindagi hai meri, jeetna hi mera kaam hai ,” before concluding with the iconic line of dialogue of Don Franchise that made famous first by Amitabh and then by Shah Rukh: “Tum toh hai jaante jo mera naam hai. 11 mulkon ki police dhoondti hai mujhe, par pakad paaya hai mujhko kaun? Main hoon Don.”
Ranveer Singh dressed impeccably in a tailored suit, Singh exudes an air of authority and danger as he steps into the shoes of the legendary character played by Amitabh Bachchan and later by Shah Rukh Khan. With his signature swagger and magnetic presence, Singh captivates the audience, leaving them eager for more. Farhan Akhtar, who directed the previous installments of the franchise, tweeted the teaser along with the caption: “A new Era begins.” The tweet quickly became a trending topic, with fans and celebrities alike expressing their excitement and anticipation for the film.
Rumors about Ranveer Singh taking on the role of Don had been circulating for months, but the teaser finally confirmed the much-speculated casting choice.
Expectations were surely increased by Farhan Akhtar’s choice to entrust Ranveer Singh with the famous role of Don as he makes his directorial comeback with Don 3. Fans are anxious to see how the cooperation between Akhtar and Singh will alter the storyline because the franchise has a history of pushing boundaries and delivering unexpected surprises. It’s obvious that “Don 3” is positioned to become one of the most eagerly awaited movies of the year as the teaser continues to generate discussion and rumors about the narrative and characters grow more intense.
The original Don released in 1978 and it featured Amitabh Bachchan in the Don role. Shah Rukh Khan’s rendition of Don released in 2006. It was the official remake of Amitabh Bachchan’s smash hit of the same name. The film’s second part released years later and was a big hit too.
Don 3 is the first film that Ranveer has announced following the success of Rocky aur Rani ki Prem Kahaani, which came after a string of flops. He is also rumoured to be attached to the upcoming reboot of Shaktimaan.
