Don 3: Here's why Farhan Akhtar replaced Shah Rukh Khan and chose Ranveer Singh

Farhan Akhtar replacing Shah Rukh Khan with Ranveer Singh in the titular role for Don 3 came as a shocker for all. It was SRK who carried on the legacy of Amitabh Bachchan with perfection. After the announcement of Don 3, it was expected that King Khan would reprise his iconic role of Don. But, Ranveer Singh's entry into the franchise was unexpected and many are unsure if the Cirkus actor will be able to continue the legacy or not. While several theories are circulating about Ranveer replacing Shah Rukh, filmmaker Farhan has finally revealed the reason.

Recently, Farhan, who directed the previous two instalments of the popular 'Don' series, starring SRK in the titular role, shared his enthusiasm about the casting choice. He also talked about the fresh challenges he faced with this decision.

During a recent podcast with YouTuber Raj Shamani, Farhan explained his decision to replace Shah Rukh and cast Ranveer. 

During the podcast, he emphasized that the role required a 'next-generation actor.' He praised Ranveer for his charm, mischief, and boundless energy. Farhan believes that Ranveer will bring a new depth to the character of Don and it will bring a departure from the loud roles he's played in the past.

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Further, Farhan stated that the character of Don demands a subtle and controlled performance and he feels that Ranveer is yet to fully explore his career. The 'Bhag Milkha Bhag' actor believes that this challenge of playing Don's role will allow Ranveer to showcase a different facet of his acting prowess.

When asked why Shah Rukh wasn't a part of the third instalment, Farhan revealed that there were creative differences between them regarding the script. Despite the efforts to collaborate and develop the story, they couldn't align on the direction and ultimately decided to part ways.

Well, time will reveal whether Ranveer will carry on the legacy or not. The shooting for Don 3 is slated to begin in 2025 and Farhan seems to be quite excited about it. Kiara Advani is also set to play a pivotal role in the movie.