Overview
- Filmfare first reported that Hrithik Roshan has emerged as a strong contender, a claim echoed by several national outlets citing industry sources.
- The producers are said to be seeking a well-established star to uphold the franchise’s legacy following Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan.
- Ranveer Singh has reportedly moved off Don 3, with accounts variously pointing to creative differences or a shift toward Jai Mehta’s Pralay, none officially confirmed.
- Reports note Hrithik’s prior connection to the series through a Don 2 cameo and Farhan Akhtar’s past remarks that he initially considered Hrithik for the 2006 reboot.
- The project, announced in 2023, has faced delays and casting churn, reinforcing that plans remain in flux and subject to change.