Four Films, One Name in 33 Years: Three Blockbusters and a Controversial Flop
In Bollywood, few film titles have stood the test of time like “Don.” Over the past 33 years, four movies have been made with this iconic name. While three became superhits, one drew criticism and laughter for showing the Indian flag upside down.
The original “Don” (1978), starring Amitabh Bachchan and Zeenat Aman, is still remembered fondly. Directed by Chandra Barot and produced by the late N. E. Irani, the film was made on a modest budget of ₹25 lakh but earned around ₹7 crore worldwide, becoming a landmark in Bollywood history.
The legacy continued in 2006 when Farhan Akhtar remade the film with a modern twist. Featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, and Isha Koppikar, the movie retained the essence of the original while appealing to contemporary audiences. Originally written ...









