In a surprising turn of events, today, January 1, 2026, sees both a revised version of the blockbuster film Dhurandhar hitting theaters and emerging reports about potential casting changes in the highly anticipated Don 3.
Dhurandhar, the Aditya Dhar-directed spy thriller starring Ranveer Singh, has taken the box office by storm, grossing over ₹1100 crore worldwide. However, the film has also faced scrutiny for its political undertones. Following directives from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, the makers have released a revised version with minor edits. The updated version, screening nationwide from today, includes muted words and a dialogue tweak. According to sources, the word "Baloch" has been removed from the new version. Theatre owners were informed of the changes on December 31, 2025, and instructed to replace the film's Digital Cinema Package (DCP). Despite the controversy and subsequent edits, Dhurandhar's box office dominance remains largely unaffected.
Meanwhile, Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 is generating buzz due to potential casting adjustments. Following the reported departures of Kiara Advani and Vikrant Massey, Rajat Bedi is reportedly in talks to join the cast in a significant role. Bedi, who garnered attention for his performance in The Ba*ds of Bollywood (2025), is being considered for the part initially intended for Massey. Sources indicate that discussions between Akhtar and Bedi have commenced, with a meeting planned for mid-January at Akhtar's Khar office in Mumbai to discuss the role in detail.
Vikrant Massey's exit from Don 3 was reported in July 2025, with reports suggesting creative differences and a lack of depth in the role as reasons for his departure. While Aditya Roy Kapur and Vijay Deverakonda were rumored as possible replacements, no official confirmations were made. Ranveer Singh's association with Don 3 has also been a topic of speculation. Despite earlier rumors of an exit, later reports clarified that Singh's situation stemmed from creative differences rather than the success of Dhurandhar. Don 3 is considered a key project for Farhan Akhtar, who has directed previous installments in the franchise. The evolving cast continues to be of interest, given the popularity of the series.
