Hrithik Roshan replaced Ranveer Singh in Don 3? Former clarifies the rumors

Earlier, some reports claimed that Hrithik Roshan replaced Ranveer Singh in Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 as the latter stepped away from the project. Now, Hrithik broke his silence on the matter!

Don 3: Hrithik Roshan and Ranveer Singh

Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, is one of the most anticipated films, and it has been a topic of discussion since the announcement. While Ranveer Singh reportedly left the project, a report claimed that Hrithik Roshan's name came as a strong contender. However, in a new interview, Hrithik himself denied such rumors.

Was Hrithik Roshan approached for Don 3?

During an interview with Variety India, Hrithik Roshan was asked about the rumors of his joining Farhan Akhtar's much-anticipated project, Don 3. He brushed off all the rumors and said that he was not even approached for it.

Hrithik shared, “What started off as just a rumour has now taken a life of its own, and it’s important to set the record straight. I would like to categorically clarify that I was never approached for 'Don 3' at any given time. I request the media to steer clear of any such unverified reports.”

Why did Ranveer Singh step away from Don 3?

Pinkvilla claimed that after the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar, Ranveer Singh reassessed his career path and chose to exit Don 3.

"He is keen to collaborate with filmmakers like Sanjay Leela Bhansali, Lokesh Kanagaraj, and Atlee, and at the same time, he doesn’t want to be seen in back-to-back gangster films, especially since Dhurandhar is already established in that space. That’s one of the reasons he has asked Jai Mehta to prepone the shoot of Pralay. Ranveer is keen on fast-tracking the project and bringing it on floors sooner than planned," the source shared.

Also Read: Ranveer Singh defends his Don 3 exit amid compensation row with Farhan Akhtar, cites SRK and Baiju Bawra

More about Don 3

Announced in August 2023 with Ranveer taking over as the new-age Don, Don 3 soon found itself grappling with repeated delays. Just when the film seemed ready to go on floors in January this year, the project faced another setback as Ranveer stepped down just a few weeks before the shoot was to begin.

Meanwhile, as per reports. Don 3 is said to focus on the rise of a new, younger, and more unhinged Don, with a storyline that explores his ascent in the international criminal underworld. According to recent events, the story has been kept tightly under wraps to ensure a new, unexpected narrative.

Don 3 FAQs

Q: Did Ranveer Singh quit Don 3?

A: As per a Pinvilla report, Ranveer Singh has stepped away from Don 3 as he doesn’t want to be seen in back-to-back gangster films.

Q: Who directs Don 3?

A: Don 3 is being directed by Farhan Akhtar.

Q: Is Hrithik Roshan the new Don in Don 3?

A: No. In a new interview with Variety India, Hrithik Roshan denied that he is a part of Don 3. He said, "I would like to categorically clarify that I was never approached for 'Don 3' at any given time. I request the media to steer clear of any such unverified reports.”

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