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Vikrant Massey Walks Out Of Don 3 ? What We Know About The New Villain

KONKAN DIVISION, MAHARASHTRA, JUL 14 – Vikrant Massey left Don 3 due to lack of character depth, prompting producers to seek a new antagonist as filming begins in January 2026, insiders said.

  • Ranveer Singh is confirmed to star in the next Don movie, which Farhan Akhtar will direct, with filming planned to commence in January 2026.
  • Vikrant Massey was cast as the main antagonist but reportedly walked out due to dissatisfaction with the character's lack of depth and transformation.
  • The production team has started searching for a new villain, considering actors such as Aditya Roy Kapur and Vijay Deverakonda, although rumors about Deverakonda's involvement are denied.
  • A source expressed confidence that Vikrant Massey would have delivered an outstanding performance and affirmed that a performer of similar talent will be brought in to confidently handle the role.
  • The casting uncertainty adds to fan anticipation and poses challenges for the production schedule as the team works to finalize Don 3's new villain soon.
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Bollywood Hungama broke the news in India on Monday, July 14, 2025.
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