The action franchise ‘Force’ is gearing up for its third instalment, with John Abraham leading the charge once again. Titled ‘Force 3’, the film has begun its first shooting schedule and promises a high-octane cinematic experience. Directed by Bhav Dhulia, known for ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’ and ‘The Freelancer’, the project aims to raise the stakes of the popular action-thriller series.
The action franchise ‘Force’ is gearing up for its third instalment, with John Abraham leading the charge once again. Titled ‘Force 3’, the film has begun its first shooting schedule and promises a high-octane cinematic experience.
Directed by Bhav Dhulia, known for ‘Khakee: The Bihar Chapter’ and ‘The Freelancer’, the project aims to raise the stakes of the popular action-thriller series.Joining John in ‘Force 3’ are Harshvardhan Rane and Tanya Maniktala. While John reprises his role as ACP Yashvardhan Singh, Harshvardhan’s character has been kept under wraps, adding intrigue to the narrative. Tanya, who won praise for her role as Lata in ‘A Suitable Boy’, steps in as the female lead, bringing a fresh dynamic to the franchise.
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John Abraham on taking the legacy forward
Speaking about returning to the franchise, John shared, “Force has always been a franchise I’ve believed in deeply. What makes it special for me is that it has a certain grit and a strong identity that audiences have connected with over the years. With ‘Force 3’, we’re taking that legacy forward in a big way. I’m also really excited to introduce Harsh as an action hero. He has the presence, the energy and the hunger for it, and I think audiences are going to enjoy watching him in this space.
”Producer Sheel Kumar emphasised the long association with John and his banner, saying, “My relationship with John and JA Entertainment goes back many years. Coming together for ‘Force 3’ feels both familiar and deeply special. I’ve believed in the Force franchise from the very beginning, and ‘Force 3’ is a film that comes from a place of trust, comfort and a shared conviction in the story that we want to tell.”
Harshvardhan Rane steps into action territory
Harshvardhan Rane, who has recently tasted success at the box office, expressed his excitement about joining the film.
He said, “It’s an honour to be part of a film like ‘Force 3’, which gives me the chance to step into an intense, hardcore action space and bring that brute force alive on screen. John sir is truly cut from a different cloth and has carved his own path in the Indian film industry. To be part of Bhav Dhulia’s grand cinematic vision, alongside John sir, is something I feel genuinely privileged about.
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Tanya Maniktala on her big franchise moment
Tanya Maniktala shared her enthusiasm, stating, “I’m thrilled to be a part of ‘Force 3’.
It’s exciting to share screen space with two actors who bring both charm and such strong presence to the screen. What makes this even more special for me is the role I get to play in the story. Being part of a franchise like this is a big moment, and I’m looking forward to giving it everything I have.”Director Bhav Dhulia reflected on his journey with the franchise, saying, “Having assisted the late Nishikant Kamat on ‘Force’ and worked with John during that time, this film feels like coming home in many ways.
There is history here, there is emotion here, and that makes ‘Force 3’ even more special for me. I fell in love with the script the moment I read it, and I’m truly looking forward to bringing this story to life with John, Harshvardhan and Tanya.
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More about ‘Force 3’
Produced by Sheel Kumar, Shahbaz Alam, John Abraham, Sandeep Leyzell and Minnakshi Das, ‘Force 3’ is written by Simaab Hashmi. The film’s music is composed by Ravi Basrur, with lyrics by Irshad Kamil. Set for a theatrical release on March 19, 2027, ‘Force 3’ aims to deliver an adrenaline-filled ride for action lovers.
