The actor Arjun Das stated that film director Farhan Akhtar contacted him regarding participation in the 'Don 3' project. Although the actor did not disclose details of the role, he confirmed meeting with Farhan and discussing the project, but this collaboration will not proceed.
Discussing the situation with News18, Arjun noted that he was very happy to receive a call from Farhan. He added: 'We met, we talked, but unfortunately, it is not happening now.' Despite the project not materializing, Arjun expressed hope for future collaboration with Farhan, highly valuing him as one of the kindest and most pleasant people he has known.
During the conversation, Arjun also mentioned that he will soon appear in a new Hindi project currently in post-production.
The announcement of 'Don 3' was made officially in 2023, featuring Ranveer Singh, who was set to play an iconic character previously portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan. However, due to constant delays, the film remains stuck in the development phase, and production has not yet started.
Farhan Akhtar planned to direct this third installment, and along with Ritesh Sidhwani, they intended to produce it under the aegis of Excel Entertainment. Nevertheless, by December 2025, Ranveer Singh left the project. Several versions of the reasons for his departure have emerged. Initial reports pointed to creative differences, production delays, and script concerns.
However, close sources to Ranveer told India Today that he did not leave voluntarily but was removed from the film following disagreements over his demands. Subsequently, the conflict took on a financial dimension. According to available information, Excel Entertainment claimed that approximately 45 crore rupees had been spent before the project halted in pre-production. These expenses included international location scouting trips, hotel bookings, and organizing a large crew. FWICE later also mentioned this amount in a complaint against the producers.
The producers demanded compensation from Ranveer for the losses incurred due to his exit from the project. Meanwhile, the actor began work on his next film—a zombie thriller titled 'Prylai,' which he is also producing under his own brand, 'Maa Kasam Films.'


