DON 3 (2025) - Shahrukh Khan New Action Movie - 2025 New Release Bollywood Action Movie 2025

 

  

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Don 3 (2025) is the highly anticipated next installment in the Farhan Akhtar–directed Don trilogy. After Don (2006) and Don 2 (2011), this entry marks a major cast shake‑up—Ranveer Singh steps into the iconic anti‑hero role originally made famous by Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan .

🎬 What we know so far

  • Lead role: Ranveer Singh plays the ruthless, clever Don as the new face of the franchise 

  • Film direction & writing: Farhan Akhtar returns in the director's chair, co-writing the script with Pushkar–Gayathri and Ritesh Sidhwani 

  • Villain: Vikrant Massey is confirmed to portray Don's arch‑nemesis 

  • Budget & scope: With an estimated budget of ₹250–275 crores, this is shaping up to be a truly global action thriller with multiple foreign locations 

  • Production timeline: Pre-production has been underway, shooting was planned to kick off in early 2025 (February/March) and filming is expected to span Europe. The project has faced delays due to scripting and the prior physical commitments of the cast and crew .

 

 

Cameos & returning cast

  • Shah Rukh Khan cameo? Reports indicate SRK may make a cameo appearance as the original Don, sharing scenes with Ranveer Singh. Priyanka Chopra may also return as Roma, though neither role is officially confirmed yet .

  • Kiara Advani was initially attached but stepped away due to her pregnancy. The female lead position is currently under consideration or being reshuffled .

 

 

Farhan Akhtar on the legacy

Farhan has frequently praised Shah Rukh Khan’s previous portrayal of Don, calling it a perfect blend of charm and menace. He still considers SRK essential to the franchise's spirit—making the shift to Ranveer a bold move .

 

 

Release window

While no official release date is finalized, insiders project a 2026 premiere, following the completion of principal photography in late 2025 .

 

Bottom line

  • Expect high-octane global action, sharp style, and intricate crime–espionage plotting typical of the Don universe.

  • Ranveer Singh brings fresh energy and his own interpretation to Don.

  • A possible SRK cameo adds a nostalgic thrill and bridges past with present.

  • With a big budget and Farhan Akhtar's direction, this promises to be a major Bollywood blockbuster event in 2