Ranveer Singh to replace Shah Rukh Khan in ‘Don 3’

Famed Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan was rumoured to be starring in Farhan Akhtar helmed Don 3. However, the latest reports say that King Khan has opted out of Don 3 for personal reasons.

As per the report published in Mumbai Mirror, rumours are buzzing that the King Khan has walked out of ‘Don 3’ citing personal reasons which have left the makers in a tough spot. The report further suggested that the makers are now keen to rope in the ‘Gully Boy’ star Ranveer Singh for the film.

Whether it is mere rumour or fact, King Khan fans are really upset with the news.

The reports further stated that the Zoya Akhtar produced franchise is still in the works, but with Khan bowed out, the makers are left without the main lead. Reportedly, the makers have approached Ranveer Singh for Khan’s spot in the hit franchise.

It is also said that Katrina Kaif is being considered for the female lead in Don 3 replacing Priyanka Chopra Jonas.

Earlier, producer Ritesh Sidhwani told a daily that they have started working on the script of Don 3. “We are still working on it and don’t know when it will happen. It’s a keenly awaited franchise and we can’t disappoint the fans.”