Kiara Advani Steps Down from Don 3 Following Pregnancy Announcement with Sidharth Malhotra: Report

Ziya Khan 3 weeks agoLast Updated: March 6, 2025

Bollywood actress Kiara Advani has withdrawn from Farhan Akhtar’s highly anticipated film Don 3 following her recent pregnancy announcement. This news has left fans speculating about the future of the action-packed franchise starring Ranveer Singh. Here’s everything we know about Kiara’s exit, her focus is now on motherhood, and Don 3 was first to get the blow.

Kiara Advani’s Exit from Don 3: The Big Reveal

Kiara Advani was confirmed as the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh in Don 3 back in February 2024, generating excitement as it marked her first collaboration with both Singh and director Farhan Akhtar. However, just days after announcing her pregnancy on March 1, 2025, reports surfaced indicating that Kiara has opted out of the film. According to Pinkvilla, the decision was mutual, with Kiara prioritizing her personal life as she prepares to welcome her first child.

Her exit aligns with her current commitments; Kiara is finalizing her roles in War 2 alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, as well as Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups with Yash. She intends to complete these projects before taking a well-deserved break, thus leaving Don 3—which has yet to begin production—out of her immediate plans.

Why Kiara Stepped Away: Prioritizing Motherhood

Kiara and her husband, Sidharth Malhotra, who married in February 2023, announced their pregnancy with a heartwarming Instagram post that featured tiny baby socks and the caption, “The greatest gift of our lives. Coming soon.” This announcement was met with an outpouring of love from fans and fellow Bollywood stars, including Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt.

What Happens to Don 3 Now?

Don 3, the third installment of the iconic franchise originally led by Amitabh Bachchan and later Shah Rukh Khan, has remained in the spotlight since Ranveer Singh was announced as the new Don in August 2023. Farhan Akhtar recently confirmed that shooting is set to commence in 2025, with Vikrant Massey rumored to portray the antagonist. While Kiara’s exit introduces uncertainty into the production timeline, neither Farhan Akhtar nor the Don 3 team has made an official statement regarding her departure or potential replacement, leaving fans eager for updates.