Don 3, once one of the most anticipated films in Bollywood, is caught in legal complications. the director and co-producer under Excel Entertainment, has reportedly demanded Rs 40 crore from Ranveer Singh after he exited the film before it went on floors.
Now, according to the latest development, Akhtar has sought guidance from the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) in the matter. The cine body has responded to Don 3’s director, promising to overlook the case and provide a solution at the earliest to close it.
FWICE to study Don 3 case before announcing verdict
According to FWICE’s statement, Farhan approached the film body with a complaint against Ranveer over his exit from . Reportedly, the complaint was made through the Indian Film and Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA). Farhan is a member there. The FWICE informed that the verdict will be conveyed at a press conference on May 25.
Breaking his silence on the Don 3 controversy, Farhan told The Hollywood Reporter India, “Nothing can be taken for granted till you actually have it on film.” The filmmaker further added that the script of the gangster drama is something he would want to explore in the future.
What is the case all about?
After confirming Ranveer in the titular role of Don 3, the actor chose to take a backseat. Reportedly, due to alleged creative differences, Singh disassociated himself from the film, which hasn’t gone on floors even after announcing it in 2023. Following his exit, the makers reportedly demanded Rs 40 crore as compensation from Singh. The matter escalated to the Producers Guild of India.
In April, a Free Press Journal’s report stated that the actor would return around Rs 10 crore. However, the demand made by Excel Entertainment is Rs 40 crore. Finding a solution to compensate the production house owned by Farhan and Ritesh Sidhwani, Singh has reportedly agreed to give them a ‘stake’ in his next film, which is said to be titled Pralay. The exact percentage of the stake has not been disclosed as the logistics of the film are yet to fall in place.
All about Don 3
Don 3 was announced with Ranveer in 2023. Kiara Advani joined the film in 2024 with an official announcement. As per reports, Vikrant Massey was locked as the antagonist. Due to pregnancy, Kiara was reportedly replaced by Kriti Sanon. The shoot schedule kept postponing. It was then reported that Ranveer chose Pralay to start with after Dhurandhar. Amid the legal battle, reports claimed that the makers approached . It was later denied. The rumour of being replaced by Hrithik caused further tension.