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Ranveer Singh Reloaded: Spy Thrillers, Heists & Historical Epics on the Way

 

🎬 Dhurandhar (Spy Thriller with Aditya Dhar)

  • Director: Aditya Dhar (of URI: The Surgical Strike fame) in his first collaboration with Ranveer. (imdb.com)

  • Cast: Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna (as the antagonist), R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal. (pinkvilla.com)

  • Plot: A gritty, espionage-driven tale inspired by real events in India’s intelligence history, set in the RAW world. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

  • Production: Filming began summer 2024, wrapped key Mumbai schedules, moved to Amritsar for final leg in late April/May 2025. (filmfare.com)

  • Buzz: Leaked set videos and images have surfaced—showing Ranveer in intense, Khilji-like avatar—fueling fan excitement. (reddit.com)

  • Release: Aiming for a late 2025 to early 2026 premiere.

Why it matters: This is shaping up to be Ranveer’s most serious, mission-driven character yet—a blend of action, patriotism, and raw intensity.


🕴️ Don 3 (Franchise Reboot)

  • Director: Farhan Akhtar

  • Co-star: Vikrant Massey; rumoured addition of Kriti Sanon (possibly replacing Kiara Advani) (reddit.com, timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

  • Production status: Postponed several times, but officially confirmed to commence in September 2025.

  • Plot angle: Ranveer taking on the iconic Don mantle, revitalizing a legendary franchise with modern flair.

Why it matters: This is one of Bollywood’s biggest tentpole projects, carrying massive legacy—expect slick heists, stylish action, and Ranveer’s signature charisma.


❤️ Takht (Period Romance/Drama)

  • Director: Karan Johar

  • Co-star: Sara Ali Khan confirmed; reunites with Rohit Shetty family in a cop-verse context. (pratidintime.com)

  • Status: In pre-production; slated for late 2025 release.

Why it matters: After acclaimed period performances (Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat), Ranveer returns to grand historical canvas under Johar’s blockbuster vision.


🧟 Untitled Zombie Film (Maa Kasam Films)

  • Producer: Ranveer’s own banner, currently in early development with screenwriter Jai Mehta.

Why it matters: A fresh genre pivot—Bollywood’s take on zombies with Ranveer at the helm, offering something unexpected and bold.


🕉️ Rakshas (Pre‑Independence Period by Prasanth Varma)

  • Status: Still attached; initial shoot began in Hyderabad, though progress has seen ups and downs. (hindustantimes.com)

Why it matters: Merges mythological elements in a period setting—a narrative terrain Ranveer hasn’t explored before.


📅 Projects Timeline at a Glance

Project Genre Status Est. Release
Dhurandhar Spy‑action thriller Final shoot in Amritsar Late 2025 / Early 2026
Don 3 Action-heist franchise Starts filming Sept 2025 2026+
Takht Period romance/drama Pre-production Late 2025
Zombie film Horror action (indie) Script in development TBA
Rakshas Period mythological drama Shooting sporadic TBA

💭 Final Thoughts

Ranveer Singh is embracing a bold and diverse lineup—transitioning from intense spy drama to franchise reboot, historical romance, genre-bending zombie fare, and mythological epic. It marks a daring phase in his career, reflecting both range and ambition:

  • Dhurandhar will define his next-level serious-hero persona.

  • Don 3 brings glitz and scale, leaning into franchise legacy.

  • Takht ensures his continued dominance in grand period cinema.

  • Zombie film & Rakshas show he’s ready to take risks outside Bollywood conventions.


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