Bigg Boss 18 Winner Karan Veer Mehra To Play The Villain In Ranveer Singh's Don 3? What We Know
Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra is being considered as the new villain in Don 3 opposite Ranveer Singh—following Vikrant Massey's exit.
The long-awaited Don 3 took a fresh turn with a major casting shake-up. Kiara Advani, who was set to play the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh, stepped away from the project after welcoming her first child, a daughter with Sidharth Malhotra — making space for Kriti Sanon to step in.
Meanwhile, rumour mills are abuzz about new potential villain candidates. Vikrant Massey has officially exited the film, leaving room for a new face. Actor and Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra has now emerged as a leading contender for the antagonist role. Sources close to IANS say the offer was hard to refuse.
The reports explain that although nothing is signed yet, filmmakers are impressed with Karan's recent performance and screen presence, especially after his gritty role in Silaa.
There were earlier whispers that South superstar Vijay Deverakonda had been approached for the same role. But following Liger's box office failure, Deverakonda reportedly declined. Vikrant quickly followed suit, reportedly finding the role not substantial enough. And now, Karan could be stepping into the shoes of the classic Don antagonist.
With Kriti Sanon officially confirmed as the female lead after Kiara Advani's exit, the pieces are falling into place. Produced by Blue Lotus, Stark Entertainment, and Zee Studios, Don 3 is expected to begin filming by late 2025.
Karan Veer Mehra began his acting journey with television, gaining early recognition through shows like Remix, Pavitra Rishta, and Havan. Over the years, he built a steady presence on Indian TV and digital platforms, often playing intense or supporting characters. His popularity spiked further after winning Bigg Boss 18, which marked a turning point in his public image and opened doors in film.
Meanwhile, even though Excel Entertainment has confirmed Kriti Sanon as the leading lady for Don 3, they are yet to address rumours about Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra making cameos in the film. . The film is expected to go on floors in January 2026.
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