Don (2006)
DirectorFarhan Akhtar
StarringShah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Arjun Rampal, Boman Irani
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Best for: Fans of Hindi action thrillers who enjoy dual-role performances and intricate cat-and-mouse plots.
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Don Collection: all movies in order
- Don (20 October 2006) · this movie
- Don 2 (22 December 2011)
- Don 3 (release date not announced)
Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Don Collection.
Don story (no spoilers)
DCP DeSilva, a police officer, recruits a man named Vijay who is a dead ringer for the feared crime boss Don. DeSilva's plan is to use Vijay's resemblance to bring Don's criminal empire to justice. The impersonation works better than expected, but when DeSilva—the only person who knows Vijay's true identity—dies, Vijay is left in grave danger with no one to vouch for him. The 2006 Hindi action thriller, directed by Farhan Akhtar, blends drama and suspense as Vijay's life spirals out of control.
Should you watch Don?
Watch it for
- Shah Rukh Khan plays a dual role as the crime boss Don and the lookalike Vijay, a performance that drives the film's tension.
- Farhan Akhtar directs this 2006 action thriller, which also stars Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Arjun Rampal, and Boman Irani.
- The film runs 178 minutes and is the first installment in the Don Collection, followed by Don 2 in 2011.
- Ehsaan Noorani, Loy Mendonsa, and Shankar Mahadevan provide the music for this Hindi-language movie.
Skip it if
- You might avoid it if you prefer shorter films, as the 178-minute runtime demands a significant time commitment.
- If you are looking for a light-hearted watch, the action-drama-thriller tone and UA certificate suggest a more intense experience.
Don cast
Shah Rukh Khanas Mark "Don" Donald / Vijay Pal
Priyanka Chopra Jonasas Roma Bhagat
Arjun Rampalas Jasjit "JJ" Ahuja
Boman Iranias DCP DeSilva
Om Purias Vishal Malik
Isha Koppikaras Anita Sinha
Pavan Malhotraas Narang Singh
Rajesh Khattaras Sanjeev Singhania
Kareena Kapoor Khanas Kamini Bhagat / Sonia
Tanay Chhedaas DipuDon movie details
| Director | Farhan Akhtar |
|---|---|
| Writer | Javed Akhtar, Salim Khan |
| Music | Ehsaan Noorani, Loy Mendonsa, Shankar Mahadevan |
| Cinematography | K.U. Mohanan |
| Producer | Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar |
| Release date | 20 October 2006 |
| Runtime | 2h 58m (178 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
| Original title | डॉन |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
| Budget | $5.0 million (approx.) |
| Worldwide box office | $15.0 million (approx.) |
Parental guide: is Don family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the UA certificate and genre; the film contains action sequences and dramatic tension. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Don official trailer
Our verdict
Don offers a gripping premise powered by Shah Rukh Khan's dual performance and Farhan Akhtar's direction. The 178-minute runtime allows for a detailed build-up of suspense, though it may feel long for some viewers. It's a solid pick for action-thriller enthusiasts.
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Where can I watch Don online in India?
Don is available for streaming on Netflix in India. It can also be rented or bought on Apple TV Store and YouTube.
What is the release date of Don?
Don was released in India on 20 October 2006.
Who is in the cast of Don?
The cast includes Shah Rukh Khan as Mark "Don" Donald and Vijay Pal, Priyanka Chopra Jonas as Roma Bhagat, Arjun Rampal as Jasjit "JJ" Ahuja, Boman Irani as DCP DeSilva, Om Puri as Vishal Malik, Isha Koppikar as Anita Sinha, Pavan Malhotra as Narang Singh, and Rajesh Khattar as Sanjeev Singhania.
Who directed Don?
Don was directed by Farhan Akhtar.
What is the watch order for the Don movies?
The Don Collection in release order is: Don (2006), Don 2 (2011), and Don 3 (date not announced).
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