Don 3: Farhan Akhtar pens a note as Ranveer Singh takes on the role: “We hope that you will show him the love you have so graciously and generously shown to Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan” 3 : Bollywood News

Adding another intriguing chapter to their illustrious cinematic journey, Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar's, Excel Entertainment recently sent a ripple of excitement through the industry and amongst fans with a cryptic announcement marked by a tantalizing '3'. Following the teaser title release, Farhan Akhtar took to social media to release a note about taking the Don franchise forward with Ranveer Singh after Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. The filmmaker didn't mention Singh's name yet but will be announcing it later this week.

Don 3: Farhan Akhtar pens a note as Ranveer Singh takes on the role: “We hope that you will show him the love you have so graciously and generously shown to Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan”

In a statement, Farhan Akhtar said, "In 1978, a character created by Salim-Javed and portrayed by Mr. Amitabh Bachchan with effortless elan, captured the imagination of theatregoers across the country. That enigmatic character was Don."

He added, "In 2006, Don was reimagined and brought to life by Shah Rukh Khan in his own irresistibly charming way. From Don's sardonic wit to his cool but menacing fury, Shah Rukh embodied his persona. As writer & director, I had a great time creating not one but two, 'Don' films with Shah Rukh and both experiences remain very close to my heart."

Farhan Akhtar further said that he is ready to take the legacy forward with an actor whose talent and versatility he admires. Though the announcement of Ranveer taking on the role will be made later this week, Farhan said, "The time has now come to take the legacy of Don forward and joining us in this new interpretation will be an actor whose talent and versatility I have long admired. We hope that you will show him the love you have so graciously and generously shown to Mr Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. A new era of Don begins in 2025. Watch this space."