Ranveer’s exit from ‘Don 3,’ prompts Farhan to focus on ‘Jee Le Zaraa’
For quite a timespan Ranveer Singh has been headlining. Earlier, it was the ‘Kantara’ controversy, then came the blockbuster success of ‘Dhurandhar’, and then the surprise news of his exit from ‘Don 3.’ Following Ranveer’s exit from the movie, Farhan Akhtar found it pertinent to find the next perfect fit for the role. This can be a tiring and time-consuming process altogether. Thus, Farhan is taking his time in finding Ranveer Singh’s replacement.
In the meanwhile, he is now focusing on another big dream project of his – ‘Jee Le Zaraa.’ featuring Priyanka Chopra, Katrina Kaif, and Alia Bhatt. This movie has again caught Farhan’s attention, and reportedly, he is currently focusing on new developments on this project.
Given that ‘Don 3’ is crucial, Farhan Akhtar is as of now focused on ‘Jee Le Zara’ as it’s his feeling casting of Don is crucial. He wants to be absolutely sure on who steps into the role, and it is a longer process. It’s further learned that the ‘120 Bahadur’ star is reconnecting with the leads Katrina Kaif, Alia Bhatt, and Priyanka Chopra Jonas to finalise the project. Everyone is looking forward to an official announcement till then.
“Jee Le Zaraa has always been special for Farhan. With Don 3 taking time at the casting stage, he felt this was the right moment to revive discussions with the original team and push the film forward.
What led to the delay of ‘Jee Le Zaraa’
Reportedly, the script for ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ has been completed and locked. Then what’s causing the delay? On the one hand, where people can wait to catch three stars – Alia, Katrina, and Priyanka in one frame, on the other hand, the filmmaker is finding it difficult to align their dates for the shooting.
The report further states that “If the dates align, the film could eventually mount the sets go in the second half of 2026. Creatively, everything is in place, and it’s now about managing schedules.
Nevertheless, Farhan Akhtar is figuring out the challenge, discussing things with the actresses in the hope to find a common window.
About ‘Jee Le Zaraa’
Farhan Akhtar, acknowledged for making slice of life movies, dancing around themes of friendship, holds ‘Jee Le Zaraa’ close to his heart. It’s said to be the last chapter of the camaraderie movie trilogy after ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ and ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.’
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