Kiara Advani joins 'Don 3', to star opposite Ranveer Singh for the first time

Kiara Advani

On Monday night, the makers of Don 3 teased an exciting update around the movie. On Tuesday morning, Excel Entertainment officially welcomed actress Kiara Advani as the lead star of the film which will see Ranveer Singh play the role of Don.

Kiara Advani, celebrated for her versatility and captivating performances, ignites the Don universe with her debut in an action-packed role. Adding to the excitement, fans are buzzing with anticipation, eagerly awaiting the electrifying chemistry between Kiara and Ranveer, both renowned for their exceptional talent and on-screen charisma as they unite for the first time, promising an unforgettable cinematic spectacle.

Directed by the visionary filmmaker Farhan Akhtar,' Don 3' promises to deliver another adrenaline-fueled installment, setting the stage for a remarkable cinematic journey. Produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, known for their track record of crafting exceptional projects that delight audiences, eagerness runs high for what promises to be a masterpiece for the highly awaited installment of the iconic franchise.

In August last year, Farhan Akhtar had announced Ranveer Singh as the successor of the Don franchise. The character was earlier played by Amitabh Bachchan and then Shah Rukh Khan.

Announcing the return of Don to the big screen the director-producer wrote in a statement, "In 1978, a character created by Salim-Javed and portrayed by Mr. Amitabh Bachchan with effortless elan, captured the imagination of theatergoers across the country. That enigmatic character was Don. 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." He further added, "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.

Excel Entertainment's oeuvre comprises a string of box-office hits like 'Dil Chahta Hai', 'Don', 'Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara', 'Talaash', 'Fukrey' & 'Toofaan'. Alongside these blockbusters, Excel has also launched avant-garde ventures like Gully Boy, India's first hip-hop film and the official entry to the Academy Awards in 2019 and Inside Edge, India's first original series on Amazon Prime Video that was nominated for the coveted International Emmy Awards under the Best Drama category in 2018. In addition to commercially successful cinema, Excel has consistently garnered critical acclaim, Rock On being one such accomplishment that won the production house its second National Award in 2008. In 2023, Excel Entertainment's Dahaad was premiered at the Berlinale Film Festival and brought home many awards including Asian Academy Creative Award for Best Actor.