Harshvardhan Rane Replaces John Abraham as Lead in 'Force' Franchise; Shoot Begins March 2026

Passing the Torch: Harshvardhan Rane Takes the Lead in John Abraham's High-Octane 'Force' Franchise

In a significant and exciting career transition, actor Harshvardhan Rane has officially been inducted as the new lead for the popular action thriller franchise, 'Force'. The torch, previously carried by superstar John Abraham for the first two successful installments, has now been passed to Rane, marking a thrilling new chapter for the high-octane series.

Harshvardhan Rane  To Star as Lead in 'Force' Franchise Next Force 3
Harshvardhan Rane  To Star as Lead in 'Force' Franchise's Next Force 3

The announcement comes right off the heels of Rane's recent box-office success with Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, solidifying his position as a rising star ready to tackle a major action franchise.

John Abraham 'Locks' Rane for the Future - John Abraham Mentors Harshvardhan Rane as New Lead for 'Force 3'


The confirmation came directly from Rane himself, who shared the news along with a heartfelt message of gratitude on his social media. The actor revealed that John Abraham, who previously led the franchise as ACP Yashvardhan Singh, will now step into a mentorship role to oversee the franchise's evolution.

Harshvardhan Rane on 'Force' Role: Calls John Abraham an 'Angel' as He Leads Action Franchise

💬 Harshvardhan Rane's Quote: "John Abraham locks Harshvardhan Rane for taking 'FORCE' franchise forward, under him. All I can do at this moment is thank this angel of a man called John Sir... I can't wait to begin shoot in March 2026."

This collaborative handover highlights a rare instance of a senior star actively supporting a younger actor in taking over a major film series, generating immense positive buzz within the industry.

A New Chapter: 'Force 3' Slated for March 2026

The next installment, tentatively titled Force 3, is set to pivot and bring a fresh wave of energy and intensity to the franchise's core themes of law enforcement, patriotism, and spectacular action.

The Role: While details of Rane's exact character are currently under wraps, he is confirmed to be leading the narrative, signaling a new face for the franchise.

Filming Schedule: Principal photography for Force 3 is scheduled to commence in March 2026.

The Force franchise, which began in 2011 as a gripping story about the Narcotics Control Bureau and expanded in the 2016 sequel into a global espionage thriller, is known for its grounded action and emotional depth. With Harshvardhan Rane at the helm, fans are eagerly anticipating how the series will evolve, blending Rane's intense acting style with the franchise's established action DNA.

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