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Karan Veer Mehra Emerges as Leading Contender for Don 3 Villain Role

Producers are working to finalize the villain after two high-profile departures ahead of Don 3’s January 2026 production start

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Karan Veer Mehra Gift To Maintenance Worker | Image: instagram

Overview

  • Ranveer Singh is confirmed to reprise the title character under the direction of Farhan Akhtar.
  • Producers initially tapped Vikrant Massey for the antagonist before he exited and Vijay Deverakonda reportedly declined.
  • Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra is now under consideration for the villain role, though no signing has been announced.
  • Don 3, the third installment of the franchise launched in 1978, aims to begin shooting in January 2026.
  • The project is produced by Excel Entertainment in partnership with Zee Studios, Blue Lotus Pictures and Stark Entertainment, targeting a December 2026 release.