- By Vridhi Soodhan
- Wed, 01 Oct 2025 12:50 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
John Abraham has been reportedly gearing up to star in Force 3, with Bhav Dhulia as the director and Meenakshi Chaudhary as the leading lady. Filming is expected to begin in late 2025. Throughout his career, he has delivered several memorable performances in action films, including the powerful roles in Batla House, Satyameva Jayate, and Rocky Handsome. However, the actor has not stepped into any mythological script yet. Reportedly, in addition to reviving the Force franchise, John Abraham is also in advanced discussions to collaborate with Arun Gopalan, the director of his recently released movie Tehran, for a modern-day adaptation of the Mahabharata.
John Abraham, who will be seen reprising his role of ACP Yashvardhan Singh, can portray a prominent figure from the Mahabharata saga. According to a report in Pinkvilla, a source claimed, “John Abraham has been discussing a film set against the backdrop of Mahabharata but in the modern era. Director Arun Gopalan (Tehran Fame) has developed a script of Mahabharata in the modern era, and John is bowled over by the screenplay and vision that Arun has to adapt the greatest story of all time in modern times.”
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“The film is tentatively titled Duryodhana, and will roll in the middle of 2026. It will be produced by John Abraham and Sandeep Leyzell, and the pre-production work will begin by early next year, with the intent to go on floors around June 2026. John is focusing on high-concept action films, and wants to do things that provide a new experience to the cinema-going audience. More on his slate of films will be revealed in due course of time,” the source concluded. It further mentioned that John can be seen playing the role of Duryodhana in the movie.
This project can be anticipated for its potential to feature John Abraham in another negative role, following his successful performances as an antagonist in previous movies like Pathaan, Ek Villain Returns, Race 2 and others. The action star has not starred in any mythological projects yet, and with Arun Gopalan’s upcoming movie, it will be interesting to watch the versatility of the actor.