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2 days ago
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Fact Check: Karan Veer Mehra NOT Playing Villain Opposite Ranveer Singh In Don 3
Last Updated: Reports claiming Karan Veer Mehra as the main villain in Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 are false. Casting for the role is still underway. Don 3, the highly anticipated reboot directed by Farhan Akhtar, has been creating waves ever since it was announced. While Ranveer Singh is officially stepping into the shoes of the new Don, and Kriti Sanon is reportedly finalised as the female lead, a slew of rumours about the rest of the casting continue to flood social media. One such claim was that Bigg Boss fame Karan Veer Mehra would be playing the main villain in the film. However, that's far from the truth. According to a new report by Pinkvilla, there is no truth to the rumours about Karan Veer Mehra's involvement in Don 3. In fact, he is not even being considered for the antagonist's role. A source revealed that earlier, actor Vikrant Massey was in advanced talks to take on the negative role opposite Ranveer Singh. However, the deal eventually fell through. Currently, the casting process for the film's primary antagonist is still ongoing. The makers are reportedly looking for a younger actor who can bring both style and depth to the action-packed role. Several names from within and outside Bollywood are being considered, but no final decision has been made yet. So far, only Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon are officially locked in for the lead roles in Don 3. The film marks Farhan Akhtar's return to directing after 15 years. His last outing as a director was the Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra-starrer Don 2 in 2011, which remains a fan favourite. Don 3 is currently in the pre-production phase, with shooting expected to commence in January 2026. The film will require an intense prep period for Ranveer Singh, especially considering the demanding nature of the character. Produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani under the banner of Excel Entertainment, Don 3 is expected to hit theatres in 2027, depending on production timelines. First Published: July 22, 2025, 02:03 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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3 days ago
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‘Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86; film fraternity mourns his demise
Last Updated: Mumbai, Jul 20 (PTI) Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot, best known for directing the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan-starrer 'Don", passed away on Sunday due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Mumbai, his family said. He was 86. Barot was battling 'Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis' (IPF-fibrosis of lungs) for the last 11 years and had been receiving treatment at the Guru Nanak Hospital, as per his family. 'Chandra passed away at the Guru Nanak Hospital this morning at 6.30 due to cardiac arrest caused by a chest infection. He had IPF, which is fibrosis of the lungs, for the past 11 years," his wife Deepa Barot told PTI. Before making his directorial debut with 'Don", the filmmaker served as an assistant director to actor-director Manoj Kumar in 'Purab Aur Pachhim", 'Roti Kapada Aur Makaan", 'Yaadgaar", and 'Shor". After 'Don", Chandra Barot directed a Bengali film – 'Aashrita" (1989). Released in May 1978, 'Don", featuring megastar Amitabh Bachchan in a double role — that of a mafioso and a simpleton — went on to become a blockbuster with its racy music, iconic dialogues and pulsating action. One of the most celebrated films of Chandra Barot's career, 'Don" had its fair share of ups and downs. On the 40th anniversary of the movie in 2018, Chandra Barot in an interview with PTI shared an interesting insight that he, along with his friends Amitabh Bachchan, Zeenat Aman and Pran – all three who featured in 'Don" — decided to make the film to pull one of their producer friends, Nariman Irani, out of debt. 'Bawa's (Irani) wife was a hairdresser and knew writer Salim Khan. We asked her to put in a word for us. When we met Salim, he didn't have a script ready but told us, 'There is one subject which no one understands'. 'We said 'we don't care, we just want 'Salim-Javed' written on the posters'. It was a ready script and we took it immediately. It didn't even have a title. Everyone in the industry called it 'Don waali script'," Chandra Barot had recalled. Sadly, Irani passed away six months before the release of 'Don", he added. The filmmaker also revealed that many big stars in the industry, including Dharmendra, Jeetendra and Dev Anand, had refused the movie, which was one of the highest-grossing Indian films of 1978. Chandra Barot is survived by his wife and a son. 'Don" was turned into a franchise by filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, son of Javed Akhtar, who had written the original script of the movie along with Salim Khan. Film industry colleagues took to social media to mourn Chandra Barot's death, remembering him as a wonderful filmmaker who made one of the most entertaining Hindi movies – 'Don". Farhan Akhtar paid tribute to the 'OG' 'Don" filmmaker on Instagram. 'Saddened to learn that the director of the OG Don is no more. RIP Chandra Barot-ji. Deepest condolences to the family," said the actor-filmmaker. Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment bought the rights to the 1978 film and directed it in 2006, with superstar Shah Rukh Khan playing the titular role. He made the follow-up movie 'Don 2" in 2011. The third part of the franchise will see actor Ranveer Singh stepping into the shoes of Khan. Filmmaker Kunal Kohli fondly remembered assisting the late director on an unreleased movie, 'Boss", starring Vinod Khanna. 'Chandra ji RIP sir. The only director I assisted. Not in 'Don'. For a film with Vinod Khanna called 'Boss' that never saw the light of day. But what an enriching experience working with him. Heard so many BTS stories of 'Don'," Kohli said on X. 'I sided bunk college and assisted Chandra ji. Remarkably sharp man. Lovely person. Had a very enlightening and fun chat with him. Thank you, sir, for giving us #Don Indian cinemas' most stylish films to date," he added. Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta thanked Barot for making 'Don", which he described as one of the most entertaining Hindi movies ever made. 'Rest In Peace, Chandra Barot Sir. Many thanks for DON. One of the most entertaining Hindi films ever," he said. PTI KKP GK (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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3 days ago
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Farhan Akhtar Pays Tribute To ‘OG Don' Director Chandra Barot After His Demise
Farhan Akhtar paid tribute to late director Chandra Barot, who helmed the 1978 cult film Don, calling him the "director of the OG Don" in a heartfelt post. News18 Chandra Barot, the director of the 1978 cult classic film Don, passed away on Sunday, July 20, following a prolonged battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Now, after the demise of the legendary filmmaker, Farhan Akhtar —who revived the franchise in 2006—has paid respect to the departed soul with a heartfelt tribute. Farhan Akhtar took to Instagram and shared a picture of Chandra Barot along with a sweet note. While sharing the picture, Farhan wrote, 'Saddened to learn that the director of the OG Don is no more. RIP Chandra Barot-ji. Deepest condolences to the family." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Farhan Akhtar (@faroutakhtar) The director of the 1978 cult classic film Don, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Chandra Barot passed away at the age of 86 on Sunday, July 20. His demise has sent shockwaves through the film industry. It was his wife, Deepa Barot, who confirmed the news of his passing and revealed that he had not been keeping well for a while. While speaking to TOI, Deepa Barot confirmed, 'He had been battling pulmonary fibrosis for the past seven years." She further revealed that the veteran filmmaker was undergoing treatment at Guru Nanak Hospital under Dr. Manish Shetty. He had also been admitted to Jaslok Hospital earlier. Farhan Akhtar, who had revived the famous Don franchise in 2006 with Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles, is currently working on the third film in the franchise, with Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon as the new leads. Kiara Advani, who was initially 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. Reports suggest that although nothing is signed yet, filmmakers are impressed with Karan's recent performances and screen presence, especially after his gritty role in Silaa. At the time of his passing, Chandra Barot had been battling pulmonary fibrosis for several years and was undergoing treatment in Mumbai. He leaves behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations of filmmakers and fans alike. First Published: July 20, 2025, 14:38 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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3 days ago
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Don director Chandra Barot dies at 86, Farhan Akhtar pays tribute
Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot, who cemented his legacy with the 1978 cult classic 'Don' starring Amitabh Bachchan, died in Mumbai on Sunday. He was wife, Deepa Barot, confirmed that the director had been suffering from pulmonary fibrosis for the last seven years. He had been receiving treatment at Guru Nanak Hospital and was earlier admitted to Jaslok Hospital, where doctors tried multiple therapies to manage his condition. Age-related complications further deteriorated his 'Don' was his debut feature, it left an outsized mark on Hindi cinema. While the film had a modest run upon release, it soon snowballed into a cultural phenomenon - defining the stylised crime-thriller genre in Bollywood and setting the stage for future adaptations. The film not only contributed to the mythos of Amitabh Bachchan's stardom but also gave rise to a successful franchise, with Shah Rukh Khan leading two remakes and a third part now in the works under Farhan Akhtar's direction. Tributes have begun pouring in from the film industry, including Farhan Akhtar and filmmaker Kunal Kohli. Farhan, in an emotional note, hailed Barot as the 'OG Don' and a true legend, extending condolences to his family. His post read, "Saddened to learn that the director of the OG Don is no more. RIP Chandra Barot-ji. Deepest condolences to the family (sic)."See it here: Photo: Instagram/Farhan Akhtar Photo: Instagram/Kunal Kohli Before stepping into the director's chair, Barot worked as an assistant director on several Manoj Kumar films, including 'Purab Aur Pachhim', 'Shor', and 'Roti Kapada Aur Makaan'. Although his later directorial efforts, such as 'Aashrita' (1989) and 'Pyar Bhara Dil' (1991), didn't replicate the success of 'Don', the film alone secured his place in cinema passing marks the end of an era, but his cinematic legacy, especially 'Don', continues to inspire generations.- Ends
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3 days ago
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‘Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86
Agency: PTI Last Updated: Mumbai, Jul 20 (PTI) Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot, best known for the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan-starrer 'Don", passed away on Sunday due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Mumbai, his wife said. He was 86. Barot was battling 'Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis' (IPF-fibrosis of lungs) for the past 11 years and had been receiving treatment at the Guru Nanak Hospital, as per his family. 'Chandra passed away at the Guru Nanak Hospital this morning at 6.30 due to cardiac arrest caused by a chest infection. He had IPF, which is fibrosis of the lungs, for the past 11 years," his wife, Deepa Barot told PTI. Before making his directorial debut with 'Don", the filmmaker served as an assistant director to actor-director Manoj Kumar in 'Purab Aur Pachhim", 'Roti Kapada Aur Makaan", 'Yaadgaar", and 'Shor". After 'Don", Chandra Barot directed a Bengali film 'Aashrita" (1989). The filmmaker is survived by his wife and a son. 'Don", which gained a cult status, was turned into a franchise by filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, son of Javed Akhtar, who had written the original script of the movie along with Salim Khan. Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment bought the rights to the 1978 film and directed it in 2006, with Shah Rukh Khan playing the titular role. He made the follow-up movie 'Don 2" in 2011. The third part will see Ranveer Singh stepping into the shoes of Khan. PTI KKP GK view comments First Published: July 20, 2025, 13:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
