In a major casting development, Ranveer Singh has reportedly exited Farhan Akhtar’s upcoming film Don 3 and committed to a new high-concept thriller titled Pralay. The third instalment of the iconic crime franchise was expected to go on floors by the end of January 2026, but the project now faces fresh uncertainty.
Earlier, actress Kiara Advani had also stepped away from the film due to her pregnancy, with reports later suggesting Kriti Sanon as her potential replacement.
Why Ranveer Chose ‘Pralay’
Sources close to the development indicate that after the historic box-office success of Dhurandhar, Ranveer is becoming highly selective about his upcoming projects.
The actor reportedly wanted to avoid appearing in back-to-back gangster roles, which influenced his decision to walk away from Don 3 and prioritize Pralay, a film described as intense, emotional, and rooted in survival drama.
What Is ‘Pralay’ About?
Pralay is backed by Applause Entertainment and features an ensemble cast. The film revolves around a man who is pushed to extreme limits while protecting his family during a zombie outbreak, combining emotional depth with large-scale action and suspense.
Industry insiders describe it as one of the most ambitious genre projects currently in development.
Legacy of the ‘Don’ Franchise
The original character of Don was created in the 1970s by legendary writers Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. The franchise was revived by Farhan Akhtar after Excel Entertainment acquired the rights to the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan classic.
Shah Rukh Khan headlined the first two modern installments alongside Priyanka Chopra and Boman Irani, turning the franchise into one of Bollywood’s most recognizable brands.
With Ranveer’s exit and previous casting changes, the future of Don 3 now awaits fresh clarity from the makers.
