The Evolution of Don: From Amitabh Bachchan to SRK to Ranveer Singh

Produced by: Tarun Mishra
Designed by: Manoj Kumar

With Shah Rukh Khan's departure from his iconic role, a new era dawns in one of the biggest franchises in Bollywood -- Don. Khan's exit marks the entry of Ranveer Singh as the torchbearer of Don's legacy.

Shah Rukh Khan exits Don

A short teaser of the upcoming Don 3 was released by Farhan Akhtar's Excel Movies on Wednesday. Don's narrative has been reimagined, promising a fresh and captivating twist that the fans have been eagerly waiting since the release of Don 2 in 2011. 

Teaser of Farhan Akhtar's Don3

Back in 1978, Amitabh Bachchan breathed life into Don’s character, setting the stage for an epic saga that would weave itself into the fabric of cinematic history.

 Don's origins

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Amitabh Bachchan's portrayal stands as a symbol of an era, embodying the 'angry young man' archetype and leaving an everlasting mark on Indian cinema.

Amitabh Bachchan's lasting impression as Don

Through two blockbuster films, Shah Rukh Khan solidified his legacy as Don, etching an unforgettable impression that lingers in the hearts of fans till this day.

Shah Rukh Khan
cast as Don

Shah Rukh Khan's transition from romantic hero to magnetic antagonist added depth to Don's character, showcasing his versatile acting skills.

Shah Rukh Khan's artistic transition

The legacy of Don continues to evolve, encapsulating action, adventure, and intrigue through the lens of different actors, now with Ranveer Singh at the helm.

Don's continual evolution

Ranveer Singh's transition from charismatic lover to enigmatic antagonist will breathe a new life into the character of Don, showcasing his exceptional versatility as an actor, somewhat similar to Shah Rukh Khan.

Ranveer Singh takes on
the baton for Don

Farhan Akhtar has returned as director after a wait of 12 years, hinting at a narrative that will showcase Ranveer Singh's unique interpretation of the iconic role and continuation of the legacy of Don series. The last film Akhtar directed was Shah Rukh Khan’s Don 2 back in 2011.

Farhan Akhtar's directorial revival with Don 3

Currently, the release date of Don 3 is unknown but according to the teaser released by Excel Movies, the film will be released in 2025.

Release of Don 3