Ranveer Singh and Kiara Advani’s Don 3 Shoot Delayed Due to Farhan Akhtar’s Acting Commitments: Report

Ziya Khan September 7, 2024Last Updated: September 7, 2024

The highly anticipated Don 3, featuring Ranveer Singh in the lead role, has encountered yet another delay in its production schedule. Originally set to commence filming in August 2023, the shoot was postponed to January 2025. However, according to a report from News 18, the schedule has been pushed back again due to Farhan Akhtar’s acting commitments in his upcoming film 120 Bahadur, which depicts the heroic Battle of Rezang during the Indo-China war of 1962.Farhan, who will portray Major Shaitan Singh PVC, recently shared his first look on Instagram, announcing that filming for 120 Bahadur has already begun. A source informed the publication, “Farhan wants to honor his commitment to 120 Bahadur before shifting focus to Don 3. Since the shoot for the former will take several months, the Don 3 schedule has been delayed by about four months and is now expected to start in May-June 2025.”

Ranveer Singh and Kiara Advani Engaged in Other Projects

While fans eagerly await Ranveer Singh’s portrayal of Don, he is currently involved in other projects. The actor is working on an untitled film directed by Aditya Dhar, which has generated considerable buzz. Meanwhile, Kiara Advani, who will also star in Don 3, is busy filming War 2 alongside Hrithik Roshan and Jr. NTR. The delay in Don 3‘s production allows both actors additional time to complete their ongoing projects.

Mixed Reactions to Ranveer’s Casting as Don

Ranveer Singh stepping into Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic role for the third installment of the Don franchise has sparked mixed reactions online. While some fans are excited about the fresh casting choice, others are disappointed that Shah Rukh will not be reprising his legendary character. Despite the divided opinions, anticipation for Don 3 remains high, with many curious to see how Ranveer will bring his unique flair to the role.

Farhan Akhtar’s Directorial Projects Also Facing Delays

Farhan Akhtar’s directorial endeavors have also faced multiple delays, including Don 3. His long-awaited project, Jee Le Zaraa, a road-trip film centered on female friendships featuring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Katrina Kaif, and Alia Bhatt, has been postponed indefinitely. Alia Bhatt previously mentioned in an interview that while the film has encountered scheduling conflicts, there is still a strong intention to make it. She stated, “There is a time and place for everything, and you just have to wait for the right moment to come together.”