MUMBAI: In a surprising turn of events that has sent shockwaves through the Hindi film industry, filmmaker Farhan Akhtar has reportedly decided to put the high-stakes actioner Don 3 on the back burner to prioritize his long-delayed road-trip drama, Jee Le Zaraa.

Sources close to Excel Entertainment suggest that after years of "calendar gymnastics," the stars are finally aligning. Following recent casting upheavals in the Don franchise—most notably the departure of Ranveer Singh—Akhtar is unwilling to rush the casting of his next leading man. Instead, he has re-initiated talks with his original "dream trio": Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Katrina Kaif, and Alia Bhatt.

Production Timeline: Second Half of 2026

Insiders reveal that the script has been "locked" for years and music recording is already underway. The current plan is to begin filming in the second half of 2026, provided the three actresses can finalize a shared production window. "Jee Le Zaraa has always been special for Farhan," a production insider shared. "With Don 3 taking more time at the casting stage, he felt this was the perfect window to re-engage with the original team and get the cameras rolling."

What to Expect in Jee Le Zaraa

The film is set to be a sprawling road-trip movie, likely set across international locations and India, focusing on the evolution of female friendship. While rumors of a "Gen Z" recast occasionally surface, current reports indicate that Farhan is determined to stick with his original vision of bringing the three icons together for the first time on the silver screen.