Don 3: Kriti Sanon Confirmed
It’s now official — Kriti Sanon has been confirmed as the lead actress in Don 3, replacing Kiara Advani, who stepped away from the film due to her pregnancy.
Earlier, it was reported that Kiara Advani would play the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh, but due to her pregnancy, she has opted out. Kiara and Sidharth Malhotra recently became parents to a baby girl, born on July 15 at Reliance Hospital, Mumbai. The couple themselves shared this happy news on social media.
With Kiara stepping down, Farhan Akhtar’s production house has officially announced Kriti Sanon as the new lead. Her fans are thrilled to see her in this action-packed franchise. Kriti has previously delivered multiple hit films and is seen as a strong addition to the Don universe.
Don 3: Cast & Production Highlights
- Lead Actor: Ranveer Singh
- Lead Actress: Kriti Sanon
- Director: Farhan Akhtar (also directed Don 2 in 2011)
- Production House: Excel Entertainment (owned by Farhan Akhtar & Ritesh Sidhwani)
- Genre: High-budget action thriller
- Shooting Schedule: Expected to begin in early 2026
- Release Date: Tentatively late 2026
🤔 Casting Buzz & Rumors
- Villain Role: Actor Vijay Deverakonda was initially approached to play the villain, but he declined the offer.
- Other actors like Priyanka Chopra, Anil Kapoor, and Vikrant Massey are rumored to be in talks for significant roles.
Despite earlier delays and scheduling conflicts, Don 3 is finally gaining momentum and is expected to go on floors soon. The film will expand the Don Spy Universe originally started by Farhan Akhtar, bringing a new chapter in high-octane Bollywood action.
