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Time of India
3 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Don 3' update: Karan Veer Mehra to play the antagonist in the Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon starrer? Here's what we know
Bollywood has several action-thriller and spy drama franchises, but 'Don' has a fanbase of its own. Thus, as soon as 'Don 3' was announced, it simply added to the anticipation of the fans. On the one hand, where the cinema lovers can't wait to catch 'Don 3' (jisse pakadna mushkil hi nahi na mumkin hai), on the other hand, new reports are doing the rounds regarding the cast of the film. According to the latest update, following Vikrant Massey 's exit, 'Don 3' may feature Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra as the antagonist. Karan Veer Mehra to play the villain in 'Don 3'? After the OG Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan stepped into the shoes of the don. And now, taking the legacy forward, Ranveer Singh will lead the threequel. Earlier, opposite him, Vikrant Massey was supposed to play the powerful negative force, but after his official exit, the makers started looking for a replacement. Sometime back, reports were doing the rounds that Vijay Devkrakonda, the dashing dapper from South, is being considered for the part, but nothing got finalised. Now, the latest IANS report states that a source close to the movie has confirmed Karan Veer Mehra is leading the contender's list for playing the antagonist in 'Don 3' "Nothing is confirmed yet, but Karan is definitely being considered. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo His recent transformation and screen presence in Silaa have impressed a lot of people in the industry," says the source. Kriti Sanon confirmed as the female lead Just a couple of days back, the confirmation of the female lead in 'Don 3' was announced. In a statement issued by the production, it was revealed that 'Farhan Akhtar is also preparing for his next directorial venture, Don 3, which is expected to go on floors in January 2026. The film will feature Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon in leading roles." 'Don 3' - About the film The action movie directed by Farhan Akhtar is expected to be released in December 2026. This film marks the third installment in the Don franchise, which began with the 1978 Hindi action thriller Don. A remake series started in 2006 with Don: The Chase Begins Again, followed by its sequel, Don 2, which came out in 2011.
Time of India
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' box office collections day 9: Vikrant Massey's sees growth on Saturday; mints Rs 1.72 crores
After a rather muted run in its first week, 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' saw a surprising turnaround on its ninth day at the box office. The romantic drama is directed by Santosh Singh and features Vikrant Massey , Zain Khan Durrani , and debutante Shanaya Kapoor . According to the Sacnilk website, the film managed to earn Rs 1.72 crore on day 9 alone. This marks the highest single-day collection for the film, taking its India net total to ₹2.03 crore. The global gross stands at the same figure, with no overseas earnings reported so far. Slow start, but growing word-of-mouth is helping The film started off quietly, opening at Rs 30 lakhs on day 1 and maintaining similar numbers over the first weekend. The weekdays saw a further dip, with earnings dropping as low as Rs 1 lakh on days 7 and 8. Day-wise numbers: The film mints Rs 30 lakhs on day 1, day 2: Rs 50 lakhs, day 3: Rs 50 lakhs, day 4: Rs 13 lakhs, day 5: Rs 12 lakhs, day 6: Rs 8 lakhs, day 7: Rs 7 lakhs, day 8: Rs 1 lakh, day 9: Rs 1.72 Cr A hopeful turn for the cast and debutant Shanaya Kapoor This late surge may not completely turn around the film's commercial fate, but it does offer a glimmer of hope, particularly for Shanaya Kapoor, who makes her acting debut with this film. An excerpt from ETimes review reads, "Tanveer Mir's cinematography lends stunning visual appeal, capturing both the grandeur of Mussoorie and the charm of Europe. Vishal Mishra's soothing music further elevates the film. Despite narrative shortcomings, what works is the lead couple. Shanaya Kapoor makes an impressive debut, bringing a strong screen presence and handling emotional scenes with ease. Vikrant Massey once again proves his mettle with a nuanced performance across both light and intense moments. Zain Khan Durrani also delivers a fine act, despite limited screen time." Vikrant Massey steps away from 'Don 3', search begins for new 'VILLAIN'
News18
18 hours ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Vikrant Massey To Begin Shoot For Sri Sri Ravi Shankar Biopic ‘White' Next Week
Last Updated: Vikrant Massey is all set to portray global spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in 'White'. The majority of filming set to take place in Colombo. Bollywood actor Vikrant Massey is preparing for one of his most demanding roles yet: depicting global spiritual leader Sri Sri Ravi Shankar in the biopic 'White'. According to recent updates, he will commence filming next week, with the majority of the shoot taking place in Colombo. According to recent reports, a close independent industry source shares that Vikrant Massey will fly out next week to start filming 'White,' in which he will play Sri Sri Ravi Shankar. The film, largely shot in Colombo, will feature key technicians and experts from Narcos, and is being produced on a massive scale. 'Vikrant Massey is set to fly out next week to begin shooting for his next project, White, where he steps into the role of Shri Shri Ravi Shankar. The film is being mounted on a mega scale and will be shot predominantly in Colombo, nearly 90% of it, with key technicians and experts who've previously worked on Narcos," said the source. Siddharth Anand's Marflix Pictures, Mahaveer Jain Films, and Peacecraft Pictures are producing the movie. 'White' will highlight important aspects of the spiritual leader's life, including his teachings on peace and global harmony, humanitarian efforts, and conflict resolution. The production also brings on board an international crew to elevate the storytelling, further raising expectations. Vikrant Massey, known for his layered and emotionally grounded performances, is already deep in prep mode. The actor has reportedly begun intensive reading sessions and workshops with the writing and direction team to embody the role of Shri Shri Ravi Shankar with nuance and authenticity. Meanwhile, Vikrant Massey was recently seen in the film 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan', a romantic drama based on a Ruskin Bond story. The film marks the debut of Sanjay Kapoor and Maheep Kapoor's daughter Shanaya Kapoor, who stars opposite Vikrant. Directed by Santosh Singh, the movie released in theatres last week, on July 11. A few days ago, Vikrant hit the headlines after it was reported that the actor walked out of Don 3. He was set to play the main antagonist opposite Ranveer Singh in the film. A report by Bollywood Hungama stated that the film's production team is now seeking a replacement for the role. 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.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' box office collections day 7: Vikrant Massey's film struggles to cross Rs 2 crore; wraps up week 1 with Rs 1.7 crore
The romantic drama 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan', starring Vikrant Massey , Shanaya Kapoor , and Zain Khan Durrani , completed its first week at the box office with underwhelming numbers. As reported by Sacnilk, the film earned approximately Rs 7 lakhs, bringing the total week 1 collection to Rs 1.70 crore India net. The film started slow with Rs 30 lakhs on Day 1 (Friday) and saw minimal growth over the weekend with Rs 50 lakhs on both Saturday and Sunday. However, post-Monday, the numbers began to dwindle drastically. Monday brought in just Rs 13 lakhs. It further declined throughout the weekdays. Occupancy on Day 7 On Thursday, the film recorded a modest 8.5% average occupancy across Hindi 2D shows. While some cities like Mumbai (13.75%) and NCR (10.50%) showed occasional spikes, the general turnout across regions remained disappointing. Morning shows opened to a weak 6.55% which peaked only slightly during the night at 12%. Cities like Chennai reported negligible activity, and single-digit occupancy was seen in major regions like Pune (6.5%) and Surat (3.5%). The Verdict Directed by Santosh Singh, 'Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan' aimed to deliver a subtle, emotionally charged narrative. Unfortunately, due to minimal pre-release buzz and mixed audience reception, the film has struggled to gain traction. Vikrant Massey steps away from 'Don 3', search begins for new 'VILLAIN'
Pink Villa
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
From 12th Fail to Tumbbad re-release, and now Saiyaara - here's looking at the cinema surprises the audience witnessed since 2023!
Cinema is indeed a world of magic where anything is possible. The trendline in theatrical successes of audiences has been directly tied to massive, large-scale, event spectacles. However, time and again, it has been proven that good, solid, content-driven cinema will also find as much love. This insight has been truly surprising as well as inspiring. This evolution takes us back to 2023, a year that saw a film like 12th Fail, and in 2024, the re-release of Tumbbad emerge as sleeper hits and create records, while the buzz for Saiyaara now continues to grow across the nation. So, let's take a look at the success these films have achieved. 12th Fail Based on the real-life story of IPS officer Manoj Kumar Sharma, 12th Fail is an inspirational tale of a man who rose from extreme poverty to become an Indian Police Service officer. The film struck a chord with audiences and featured an exceptional performance by Vikrant Massey. Garnering widespread critical acclaim, it emerged as a sleeper hit, grossing over ₹69 Cr. against a modest budget of ₹20 Cr. Directed, produced, and written by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the film became a benchmark for content-driven success. Tumbbad Re-release Originally released in 2018, Tumbbad was praised by critics but didn't receive the box office recognition it deserved at the time. However, its re-release in 2024 rewrote Indian cinematic history, making it the highest-grossing re-released Indian film. It broke onto the scene and captured the audience's imagination, and its performance at the box office exceeded all expectations, setting benchmarks for the rally of re-releases we saw after its successful and historic run. Theatres witnessed an unprecedented response for a re-release, with Tumbbad collecting approximately ₹30.50 Cr. in just four weeks. The film remains one of the most classic and timeless films in the genre India has ever produced. Saiyaara Saiyaara has opened to a thunderous response at the box office today. Driven by the youth, the Mohit Suri directorial starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda is on course to scalp around ₹20 crore net at the Indian box office on its very first day. This is unheard of number for a film starring debutants. The word of mouth is positive, and the movie is expected to be sitting at close to ₹75 crore net by the end of the weekend in India. It is anyone's guess as to where the film will head in its full run. The newcomers have surely made their presence aptly felt.
