Don 3: Why Shah Rukh Khan rejected Farhan Akhtar’s film years before Ranveer Singh’s exit?
Before Ranveer Singh’s controversial exit from Don 3, Shah Rukh Khan had reportedly declined the film over script concerns and changing career priorities. Here’s how the franchise entered turbulent waters.
Shah Rukh Khan’s earlier exit from Don 3 back in focus (Img: Internet)
New Delhi: The ongoing controversy around Don 3 has brought renewed attention to Shah Rukh Khan’s earlier decision to step away from the franchise years before Ranveer Singh’s reported exit.
The film recently made headlines after reports claimed that the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh following his alleged withdrawal from the project. Amid the debate, discussions have resurfaced about why Shah Rukh Khan himself had declined to return for the third instalment.
According to earlier media reports, Shah Rukh Khan was not fully convinced with the script of Don 3. Sources at the time suggested that the actor wanted a stronger screenplay before reprising the iconic role.
Reports also claimed that SRK was cautious about choosing large-scale commercial projects during a changing box office phase. After completing two successful Don films with Farhan Akhtar, the actor reportedly felt he had already contributed significantly to the franchise.
Industry insiders had stated that Farhan Akhtar revisited the script after discussions with Shah Rukh Khan, but the actor ultimately chose not to return.
Franchise Shifted Focus To Ranveer Singh
Following SRK’s decision, the makers announced Ranveer Singh as the new lead for Don 3. The casting sparked mixed reactions online, with fans divided over replacing Shah Rukh Khan in the franchise.
Reports later suggested that Ranveer Singh exited the film due to changing professional priorities and concerns about being associated with back-to-back gangster-themed roles.
Uncertainty Continues Around Don 3
Speculation continues over the future of the film, with unconfirmed reports linking Shah Rukh Khan’s possible return to the franchise. However, neither the actor nor the makers have issued any official confirmation regarding casting developments.
The project has also seen reports of changes involving the female lead and supporting cast, adding further uncertainty around the film’s production timeline.
Despite the ongoing controversy, Don 3 remains one of Bollywood’s most discussed upcoming projects due to the franchise’s popularity and the star power associated with it.
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