The controversy surrounding Don 3 and the ongoing fallout between Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar may not be over yet, but a recent social media post by Hrithik Roshan has set the internet abuzz with fresh speculation. Fans are now wondering whether Hrithik is subtly expressing interest in joining the Don franchise, with some even suggesting that he could replace Ranveer Singh as the lead in Don 3. The speculation gained further momentum after filmmaker Zoya Akhtar reacted to Hrithik’s post, prompting fans to connect the dots.
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Hrithik Roshan’s Post Spark Buzz
Hrithik recently shared a selfie on Instagram and revealed the kind of character he is eager to portray next. Referencing his role as Zafar Khan from Zoya Akhtar’s 2009 film Luck By Chance, the actor wrote, “I was recently asked what kind of character I want to play. When I thought about it, I surprised myself. Remember Zafar from ‘Luck By Chance’? I would instantly say yes to a role like that. Unfortunately, directors only want to see me playing the good guy. That’s quite sad.”
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The post quickly caught the attention of Zoya Akhtar, who commented, “Let’s get that coffee,” hinting at a possible future collaboration. For those unfamiliar, Zafar Khan was a charismatic but morally complex character in Luck By Chance. While charming and successful on the surface, he struggled with jealousy and insecurity beneath the facade. Hrithik’s comments suggest that he is keen to explore more grey-shaded or anti-hero roles in the future.
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Soon after the post went viral, discussions erupted across social media and Reddit. Many users began speculating that Hrithik’s comments could be an indirect signal toward Don 3. One user wrote, “Looks like Hrithik is pitching himself for Don 3. The clues are all there, Farhan, a grey character, and a desire to play something darker.” Another fan commented, “People loved Hrithik’s cameo in Don 2. Some even felt his brief appearance generated more excitement than anyone expected.”
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However, not everyone agreed with the theory. Several users pointed out that Hrithik and Farhan Akhtar share a long-standing friendship dating back to childhood. If Hrithik genuinely wanted to discuss a role in Don 3, they argued, he could simply reach out to Farhan directly rather than dropping hints on social media. Interestingly, rumors linking Hrithik to Don 3 are not new. When Farhan Akhtar officially announced the film in 2023 with Ranveer Singh in the lead role, reports emerged claiming that Hrithik could play an important part because of his memorable appearance in Don 2. Hrithik later dismissed those reports, stating that he had never been approached for the project.