Producer Ritesh Sidhwani has recently revealed that the highly anticipated third installment of the action thriller franchise, Don, is currently in the scripting stage. The film will once again feature the charismatic Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role, with direction from Farhan Akhtar. Sidhwani, who is Farhan’s partner at Excel Entertainment, shared in an interview that he is eagerly waiting for Farhan to complete the script, as they won’t proceed with any further steps until then.
The Don franchise, originally inspired by the 1978 film starring Amitabh Bachchan, was acquired by Excel Entertainment. The first film, titled Don: The Chase Begins Again, was released in 2006, followed by its sequel Don 2: The King Is Back in 2011. Both films were directed by Farhan Akhtar and received critical acclaim for their stylish action sequences and Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of the enigmatic Don.
Although Ritesh Sidhwani did not disclose any plot details for Don 3, the announcement itself has sparked immense excitement among fans of the franchise. With the scripting stage underway, the team is focused on crafting an engaging and thrilling story that will captivate audiences once again.
Meanwhile, Ritesh Sidhwani is currently busy promoting Excel Entertainment’s latest web series, Dahaad. Directed by Reema Kagti and Ruchika Oberoi, the crime-drama series is set in a small town in Rajasthan and follows sub-inspector Anjali Bhaati, played by Sonakshi Sinha, as she leads an investigation. The series also features talented actors Vijay Varma, Gulshan Devaiah, and Sohum Shah.
As fans eagerly await the release of Don 3, they can indulge in the suspense and intrigue of Dahaad, which is now streaming on Prime Video. Produced by Excel Media & Entertainment, as well as Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti’s Tiger Baby, the eight-part series promises an enthralling narrative and stellar performances.
With the scripting stage underway for Don 3, audiences can anticipate another thrilling adventure with Shah Rukh Khan as the charismatic Don. As the partnership between Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar continues to bring compelling content to the screen, fans eagerly await the release of this highly anticipated film.