Overview
- Multiple outlets report Excel Entertainment and Farhan Akhtar are in advanced discussions with Tamil actor Arjun Das to play the villain, a move that would mark his Hindi‑film debut if finalized.
- Kriti Sanon is reported to have boarded the film as the female lead following earlier reports that Kiara Advani exited the project.
- Vikrant Massey was previously linked to the antagonist role but reportedly walked away over concerns about the character’s depth.
- Ranveer Singh is said to be undertaking workshops to shape the Don persona and refine the character’s mannerisms ahead of filming.
- Trade reports describe plans for Bond‑like, high‑octane action designed by international teams, with major sequences mounted on real locations.