Vijay Deverakonda For Don 3: Here’s What Happened

The excitement around Don 3 continues to grow as the film moves into pre-production. Directed by Farhan Akhtar, this third installment of the popular franchise will star Ranveer Singh as the lead character, with Kriti Sanon as the female lead. The shooting is expected to start in January 2026, with the team scouting locations in London.

Recently, rumors began swirling that Vijay Deverakonda had been approached to play the antagonist in Don 3, taking over from Vikrant Massey. This news caused quite a buzz, as fans imagined an intense face-off between Vijay and Ranveer in this action-packed film. Moreover, there were speculations that Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra might return for cameo appearances, further fueling the excitement.

However, after verifying the news, reliable sources revealed that while Vijay was indeed offered the role, he has declined the offer. The actor who is currently concentrating on his Telugu film projects is being very selective about his Bollywood choices. Although being a part of such a big franchise was tempting, Vijay felt that the timing and the character did not align with his present career goals.

With Vijay Deverakonda no longer in the running for the role, it remains to be seen who will play the antagonist in Don 3. The casting process is still ongoing, and fans can expect more updates as the production team finalizes the cast in the upcoming months.