<p>There is a new twist to the Ranveer Singh vs Don 3 makers dispute case. Singh’s father Jagjit Singh Bhavnani has reportedly approached the Indian Motion Picture Association (IMPPA) to contest Excel Entertainment’s Rs 45 crore damage claim. The company had earlier demanded that Ranveer Singh pay the hefty amount after the actor walked out of Don 3.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Jagjit Singh Bhavnani reportedly met the officials of IMPPA and submitted documents and other material putting forward his son’s side of the case.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Jagjit Singh Bhavnani meets IMPPA</h2><p>According to an India Today report, Ranveer's father Jagjit Singh Bhavnani met the IMPPA representatives on Tuesday and put forward his side of the case, along with documents supporting his stand. The association’s legal team will now reportedly review the material and decide on the next step and how that matter can be resolved for both parties.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>IMPPA President Abhay Sinha had earlier confirmed that Ranveer’s legal team was ready to participate in the proceedings. With documents from both sides in place, the association is expected to go through the details before deciding how it wants to take the matter forward.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What is the dispute around Don 3?</h2><p>Earlier this year, Ranveer Singh exited from Don 3 before the filming began. Singh was announced as the new lead of the franchise in August 2023, stepping into the role earlier played by Shah Rukh Khan in the first two films. Produced by Excel, Don 3 was to be directed by Farhan Akhtar, like the previous two films in the franchise.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After the success of Dhurandhar, Ranveer reportedly informed Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani that he did not wish to continue with the project. His decision allegedly came just weeks before a large crew was scheduled to travel abroad for the film’s first shooting schedule.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Following his exit, Excel Entertainment took the matter to the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). The producers put forward their side before Ranveer’s team was asked to respond, and Ranveer stated he was willing to return the signing amount.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, Excel Entertainment demanded Rs 45 crore from the actor for damages.&nbsp;</p><p>The situation took a more serious turn in May when FWICE issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor. The directive was withdrawn eight days later after discussions between FWICE, IMPPA, the Producers Guild of India and CINTAA.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/farhan-akhtar-takes-a-subtle-dig-at-ranveer-singh-over-don-3-exit-calls-it-a-pattern-1786424148602">Farhan Akhtar takes a subtle dig at Ranveer Singh over Don 3 exit</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The directive, however, brought a response from Ranveer’s team. His spokesperson released a statement on the actor’s behalf, stressing that he had deliberately stayed quiet about the matter and wanted to keep the issue professional.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The statement read, “Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect.”</p><h2>Why did Excel Entertainment demand Rs 45 crore from Ranveer Singh?</h2><p>The production house demanded a hefty sum of Rs 45 crore from Ranveer as part of damages and Farhan reportedly submitted the actor’s signed contract, promotional material featuring him, as well as a message in which Ranveer had expressed his excitement about starting work on Don 3.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-controversy-timeline-ranveer-singh-s-exit-rs-40-crore-demand-and-fwice-action-what-went-wrong-1779807142791">Ranveer's exit, Rs 40 cr demand &amp; FWICE action: Don 3 controversy timeline</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The issue had earlier reached a standstill after Ranveer’s lawyer questioned whether IMPPA had the jurisdiction to intervene in the matter. However, with Jagjit Singh Bhavnani now meeting the association and submitting the actor’s side of the case, there appears to be a willingness to resolve the matter.&nbsp;</p><h2>Ranveer’s next project</h2><p>After the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, Ranveer has now started working on Pralay. The zombie thriller directed by Jai Mehta, stars Kalyani Priyadarshan alongside Ranveer. The film went on floors in Mumbai last week.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to reports, the film’s scheduled was supposed to be shot in Australia, however it was shifted t Mumbai after Ranveer expressed desire to stay close to his wife Deepika Padukone during her final trimester. Ranveer and Deepika are all set to welcome their second child.&nbsp;</p>

The Don 3 dispute has taken a fresh turn as Ranveer Singh's father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, met officials of IMPPA and submitted documents on behalf of his son. The dispute arose after the actor walked out of Don 3, and in response, Excel Entertainment demanded a hefty fee for damages. 

There is a new twist to the Ranveer Singh vs Don 3 makers dispute case. Singh’s father Jagjit Singh Bhavnani has reportedly approached the Indian Motion Picture Association (IMPPA) to contest Excel Entertainment’s Rs 45 crore damage claim. The company had earlier demanded that Ranveer Singh pay the hefty amount after the actor walked out of Don 3. Jagjit Singh Bhavnani reportedly met the officials of IMPPA and submitted documents and other material putting forward his son’s side of the case. Jagjit Singh Bhavnani meets IMPPA According to an India Today report, Ranveer's father Jagjit Singh Bhavnani met the IMPPA representatives on Tuesday and put forward his side of the case, along with documents supporting his stand. The association’s legal team will now reportedly review the material and decide on the next step and how that matter can be resolved for both parties. IMPPA President Abhay Sinha had earlier confirmed that Ranveer’s legal team was ready to participate in the proceedings. With documents from both sides in place, the association is expected to go through the details before deciding how it wants to take the matter forward. What is the dispute around Don 3? Earlier this year, Ranveer Singh exited from Don 3 before the filming began. Singh was announced as the new lead of the franchise in August 2023, stepping into the role earlier played by Shah Rukh Khan in the first two films. Produced by Excel, Don 3 was to be directed by Farhan Akhtar, like the previous two films in the franchise. After the success of Dhurandhar, Ranveer reportedly informed Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani that he did not wish to continue with the project. His decision allegedly came just weeks before a large crew was scheduled to travel abroad for the film’s first shooting schedule. Following his exit, Excel Entertainment took the matter to the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). The producers put forward their side before Ranveer’s team was asked to respond, and Ranveer stated he was willing to return the signing amount. However, Excel Entertainment demanded Rs 45 crore from the actor for damages. The situation took a more serious turn in May when FWICE issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor. The directive was withdrawn eight days later after discussions between FWICE, IMPPA, the Producers Guild of India and CINTAA. Also read: Farhan Akhtar takes a subtle dig at Ranveer Singh over Don 3 exit The directive, however, brought a response from Ranveer’s team. His spokesperson released a statement on the actor’s behalf, stressing that he had deliberately stayed quiet about the matter and wanted to keep the issue professional. The statement read, “Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect.” Why did Excel Entertainment demand Rs 45 crore from Ranveer Singh? The production house demanded a hefty sum of Rs 45 crore from Ranveer as part of damages and Farhan reportedly submitted the actor’s signed contract, promotional material featuring him, as well as a message in which Ranveer had expressed his excitement about starting work on Don 3. Also read: Ranveer's exit, Rs 40 cr demand & FWICE action: Don 3 controversy timeline The issue had earlier reached a standstill after Ranveer’s lawyer questioned whether IMPPA had the jurisdiction to intervene in the matter. However, with Jagjit Singh Bhavnani now meeting the association and submitting the actor’s side of the case, there appears to be a willingness to resolve the matter. Ranveer’s next project After the success of Dhurandhar: The Revenge, Ranveer has now started working on Pralay. The zombie thriller directed by Jai Mehta, stars Kalyani Priyadarshan alongside Ranveer. The film went on floors in Mumbai last week. According to reports, the film’s scheduled was supposed to be shot in Australia, however it was shifted t Mumbai after Ranveer expressed desire to stay close to his wife Deepika Padukone during her final trimester. Ranveer and Deepika are all set to welcome their second child.

<p>The Don 3 dispute has taken a fresh turn as Ranveer Singh's father, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, met officials of IMPPA and submitted documents on behalf of his son. The dispute arose after the actor walked out of Don 3, and in response, Excel Entertainment demanded a hefty fee for damages.&nbsp;</p>

Don 3 dispute: Ranveer Singh's father Jagjit Singh Bhavnani meets IMPPA, contests Excel's Rs 45 crore damage claim

<p>Ranveer Singh is still basking in the success of Dhurandhar, which brought in massive figures at the box office. Post this, the Bollywood actor got embroiled in controversy after his reported exit from Farhan Akhtar's <i>Don 3. </i>However, things have taken another turn, Singh's father and representative, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, has agreed to meet the producers' body, IMPPA, to discuss the matter.</p><h2>Don 3 dispute moves to IMPPA, Ranveer Singh's father agreed to meet producer's body</h2><p>Ranveer Singh's unceremonious exit from <i>Don 3</i> has entered another stage. As per reports, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani are now in discussions with the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA) around three months after taking the matter to the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association (IFTDA). More recently, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, Ranveer's father, has reached out to IMPPA and agreed to participate in a meeting, according to IMPPA president Abhay Sinha.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/farhan-akhtar-takes-a-subtle-dig-at-ranveer-singh-over-don-3-exit-calls-it-a-pattern-1786424148602"><strong>Farhan Akhtar takes a subtle dig at Ranveer Singh over Don 3 exit: 'It was a month away from filming...'</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The film body has been attempting to address the dispute surrounding the actor’s exit from Farhan Akhtar’s film. IMPPA president Abhay Sinha confirmed that Jagjit had communicated his willingness to attend a meeting. “We also received his advocate’s email stating that they would participate in the meeting whenever it was scheduled,” Sinha said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-controversy-timeline-ranveer-singh-s-exit-rs-40-crore-demand-and-fwice-action-what-went-wrong-1779807142791"><strong>Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ?</strong></a></p><h2>How did the controversy over Don 3 begin?</h2><p>The controversy over<i> Don 3 </i>began when actor Ranveer Singh walked away from the project in late 2025 just weeks before overseas shooting and principal photography were scheduled to begin. His sudden exit triggered a massive financial and union dispute after Excel Entertainment claimed a loss of roughly Rs 45 crore in wasted pre-production. After his spy thriller <i>Dhurandhar</i>, helmed by Aditya Dhar, opened to a strong response at the worldwide box office, Ranveer Singh reportedly informed Excel Entertainment that he intended to exit <i>Don 3.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-row-escalates-as-farhan-akhtar-approaches-film-body-over-ranveer-singh-s-exit-1779603355914"><strong>Don 3 row escalates as Farhan Akhtar approaches film body over dispute with Ranveer Singh</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reportedly, Ranveer Singh exited the film close to production due to reported script delays, scheduling conflicts, and friction over alternate casting explorations. Producers alleged heavy pre-production costs and demanded Rs 40–45 crore in damages, which the actor's side contested since no advance signing fee for the film was pocketed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-did-not-respond-to-fwice-invitation-to-resolve-don-3-dispute-reveals-federation-chief-advisor-1779862332304"><strong>Ranveer Singh did not respond to FWICE invitation to resolve Don 3 dispute, reveals federation chief advisor</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The dispute escalated when the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a temporary non-cooperation directive against the actor before it was later resolved and dropped through industry mediation.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For the unversed, Ranveer Singh has officially started filming for <i>Pralay</i> in Mumbai. It is a large-scale, post-apocalyptic survival and end-of-the-world action thriller directed by Jai Mehta and co-starring Kalyani Priyadarshan. Mounted as a massive, VFX-driven spectacle, the movie is backed by Ananya Birla’s Birla Studios, True Story Films, and Singh's own banner, Maa Kasam Films, marking a notable production venture for Ranveer.</p>

Ranveer Singh's father has reportedly agreed to meet IMPPA over the actor's exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. The development comes as the Bollywood star has begun shooting for his next project, Pralay, following the success of Dhurandhar.

Ranveer Singh is still basking in the success of Dhurandhar, which brought in massive figures at the box office. Post this, the Bollywood actor got embroiled in controversy after his reported exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. However, things have taken another turn, Singh's father and representative, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, has agreed to meet the producers' body, IMPPA, to discuss the matter. Don 3 dispute moves to IMPPA, Ranveer Singh's father agreed to meet producer's body Ranveer Singh's unceremonious exit from Don 3 has entered another stage. As per reports, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani are now in discussions with the Indian Motion Picture Producers Association (IMPPA) around three months after taking the matter to the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association (IFTDA). More recently, Jagjit Singh Bhavnani, Ranveer's father, has reached out to IMPPA and agreed to participate in a meeting, according to IMPPA president Abhay Sinha. Also Read: Farhan Akhtar takes a subtle dig at Ranveer Singh over Don 3 exit: 'It was a month away from filming...' The film body has been attempting to address the dispute surrounding the actor’s exit from Farhan Akhtar’s film. IMPPA president Abhay Sinha confirmed that Jagjit had communicated his willingness to attend a meeting. “We also received his advocate’s email stating that they would participate in the meeting whenever it was scheduled,” Sinha said. Also Read: Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ? How did the controversy over Don 3 begin? The controversy over Don 3 began when actor Ranveer Singh walked away from the project in late 2025 just weeks before overseas shooting and principal photography were scheduled to begin. His sudden exit triggered a massive financial and union dispute after Excel Entertainment claimed a loss of roughly Rs 45 crore in wasted pre-production. After his spy thriller Dhurandhar, helmed by Aditya Dhar, opened to a strong response at the worldwide box office, Ranveer Singh reportedly informed Excel Entertainment that he intended to exit Don 3. Also Read: Don 3 row escalates as Farhan Akhtar approaches film body over dispute with Ranveer Singh Reportedly, Ranveer Singh exited the film close to production due to reported script delays, scheduling conflicts, and friction over alternate casting explorations. Producers alleged heavy pre-production costs and demanded Rs 40–45 crore in damages, which the actor's side contested since no advance signing fee for the film was pocketed. Also Read: Ranveer Singh did not respond to FWICE invitation to resolve Don 3 dispute, reveals federation chief advisor The dispute escalated when the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a temporary non-cooperation directive against the actor before it was later resolved and dropped through industry mediation. For the unversed, Ranveer Singh has officially started filming for Pralay in Mumbai. It is a large-scale, post-apocalyptic survival and end-of-the-world action thriller directed by Jai Mehta and co-starring Kalyani Priyadarshan. Mounted as a massive, VFX-driven spectacle, the movie is backed by Ananya Birla’s Birla Studios, True Story Films, and Singh's own banner, Maa Kasam Films, marking a notable production venture for Ranveer.

<p>Ranveer Singh's father has reportedly agreed to meet IMPPA over the actor's exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. The development comes as the Bollywood star has begun shooting for his next project, Pralay, following the success of Dhurandhar.</p>

Don 3 row: Ranveer Singh's father agrees to IMPPA meeting as actor begins Pralay shoot

<p>One of the biggest controversies surrounding Farhan Akhtar's <i>Don 3 </i>stems from Ranveer Singh's reported exit from the film. Amid the ongoing speculation, legal notices, and divisions within Bollywood, Akhtar recently took a dig at the actor's exit from the project. As discussions over casting continue to generate buzz online, Farhan Akhtar has broken his silence, calling Singh's exit a "pattern."</p><h2>Farhan Akhtar jabs at Ranveer Singh's exit from Don 3</h2><p>While discussing the 25th anniversary of <i>Dil Chahta Hai</i> &nbsp;withThe Hollywood Reporter<i> </i>India, Farhan Akhtar recalled how Saif Ali Khan, who played the lead in the 2001 romantic comedy, also wanted to quit the film just days before they were supposed to start filming.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-banned-by-film-workers-body-over-don-3-exit-here-s-what-happened-1779726378306"><strong>Ranveer Singh ‘banned’ by film body over Don 3 exit? Here’s what happened</strong></a></p>

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<p>The actor-director shared that before the film's shooting began, Khan faced a date issue after the schedule of another film he was set to do shifted. Despite everyone trying to convince him to stay, the actor was on the verge of leaving the film. The director shared, “For me, it was just like my head was destroyed because it was... When we met him, when we got into it, there was nobody else who could've played that part. It was just impossible. It was a true heartbreak.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-don-3-in-the-making-fans-feel-teased-as-farhan-akhtar-starts-working-on-his-next-script-485096"><strong>'Don 3' in the making? Fans feel teased as Farhan Akhtar starts working on his next script</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Comparing the two situations and the major drawback that comes with an actor's exit, Akhtar spoke about Saif's decision to leave the project, recalling Ranveer's exit from his film <i>Don 3 </i>just days before they were supposed to start shooting. Taking a playful jibe at the actor without naming him, he said, “It was a month away from filming, which seems to be a pattern nowadays. But, not just with me…things like this happen too.”</p>

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<h2>About Ranveer Singh's Don 3 exit</h2><p>Farhan Akhtar is set to bring back one of his most acclaimed action-thriller sagas, <i>Don</i>, with its third instalment. While the first two parts starred Shah Rukh Khan, the director picked Ranveer Singh for the upcoming adaptation. However, the buzz grew when Ranveer Singh exited Excel Entertainment's project in December 2025, just weeks before filming began. It is believed that the actor left the project after gaining massive popularity in Aditya Dhar's spy thriller <i>Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge.</i></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The controversy escalated when Farhan approached the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) regarding the matter, and the film body announced a non-cooperation move against the actor over his decision to leave Don 3, but they revoked the directive later. It was later clarified that Ranveer had not been banned. The actor reportedly issued a legal notice to the film body after the directive was announced. As of now, Ranveer has largely stayed silent on the matter.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It is believed that the actor's exit led Excel Entertainment to seek Rs 45 crore in damages to cover extensive pre-production losses, including travel, crew setup, and scheduling, while Ranveer has also been offered his initial signing amount, reportedly Rs 10 crore, in return.</p>

After months of ongoing controversy surrounding the highly anticipated project Don 3, Farhan Akhtar has reportedly commented on Ranveer Singh's exit, calling the last-minute decision a ‘pattern.’

One of the biggest controversies surrounding Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 stems from Ranveer Singh's reported exit from the film. Amid the ongoing speculation, legal notices, and divisions within Bollywood, Akhtar recently took a dig at the actor's exit from the project. As discussions over casting continue to generate buzz online, Farhan Akhtar has broken his silence, calling Singh's exit a "pattern." Farhan Akhtar jabs at Ranveer Singh's exit from Don 3 While discussing the 25th anniversary of Dil Chahta Hai withThe Hollywood Reporter India, Farhan Akhtar recalled how Saif Ali Khan, who played the lead in the 2001 romantic comedy, also wanted to quit the film just days before they were supposed to start filming. Also Read: Ranveer Singh ‘banned’ by film body over Don 3 exit? Here’s what happened

<p>After months of ongoing controversy surrounding the highly anticipated project Don 3, Farhan Akhtar has reportedly commented on Ranveer Singh's exit, calling the last-minute decision a ‘pattern.’</p>

Farhan Akhtar takes a subtle dig at Ranveer Singh over Don 3 exit: 'It was a month away from filming...'

<p>Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's fallout over Don 3 will go down as one of the most famous controversies in Indian cinema. As the dispute is far from over, it has been learnt that actor Aamir Khan tried to resolve it. The matter escalated after Akhtar approached the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), which later issued a non-cooperation directive against Singh. However, it has now been revoked.</p><h3>Ashoke Pandit reveals Aamir tried to resolve 'Don 3'</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Days after the FWICE matter escalated and Ranveer took legal action, FWICE chief adviser Ashoke Pandit confirmed that Aamir did try to resolve the issue. Earlier, Variety India learnt that the Producers Guild of India <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/ranveer-singh-s-don-3-row-producers-guild-to-intervene-what-does-farhan-akhtar-s-excel-entertainment-want-1780561049215">intervened in the matter</a>, and renowned Bollywood producers and studio heads, including Karan Johar, Sajid Nadiadwala, Ektaa Kapoor, Zoya Akhtar, and Punit Goenka, met at Khan’s Mumbai residence to discuss the dispute.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-controversy-timeline-ranveer-singh-s-exit-rs-40-crore-demand-and-fwice-action-what-went-wrong-1779807142791">Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking on Singh's action, Pandit said that they looked at the matter serious, and only after, which they issued the notice against the actor, which many mistook as a ban.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He added that what Dhurandhar actor has done to Excel today, can be done with any other production house later. While Farhan's production house handled this thing, but the situation could have been difficult if this happens with any other production house when the actor chose to walk out at last minute.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further, he added that many people, including Khan tried to resolve the issue.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"Many people from the industry, including Aamir Khan, had been trying to resolve the issue before it came to us. That also didn’t work. Today it’s Ranveer Singh. Tomorrow it could be someone else. This is what Excel is going through. If it was someone else, they would have gone to hell. They would have sold their house. You may have ten valid reasons for not doing a film. But if money has been spent because you committed to the project, then those losses should be reimbursed," he said while speaking to Hindi Rush.</p>

<p><strong>Also read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-did-not-respond-to-fwice-invitation-to-resolve-don-3-dispute-reveals-federation-chief-advisor-1779862332304">Ranveer Singh did not respond to FWICE invitation to resolve Don 3 dispute, reveals federation chief advisor</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the same interview, Ashoke said that Farhan reached out to them claiming that they had already invested Rs 45 crore in pre-production and were preparing to begin the shoot when the actor exited the film. To discuss the matter with Ranveer, the organization contacted him, but they received no response for one-and-a-half months despite sending several reminders.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the day FWICE was preparing to announce the directive after reviewing all the reports sent by the actor's auditors, they were planning to issue a non-cooperation directive. That’s when they received an email saying that two representatives of Ranveer would meet them.</p><h3>Ranveer Singh was willing to pay an amount: What happened?</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After stepping out of the project, it was learnt that Ranveer agreed to pay back the signing amount. However, Excel Entertainment reportedly demanded a much higher compensation amount. As a result, the actor withdrew from his decision to pay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Ranveer is not agreeing to pay that amount because he bears no financial liability for the losses. He was willing to pay a certain amount just as a gesture of goodwill, which Farhan didn't agree to,” the source added.</p>

Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 is one of the biggest fallout that Hindi cinema has ever witnessed. However, recently,  Ashoke Pandit, FWICE chief adviser, has confirmed that even Khan Aamir Khan tried to resolve the issue.  

Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's fallout over Don 3 will go down as one of the most famous controversies in Indian cinema. As the dispute is far from over, it has been learnt that actor Aamir Khan tried to resolve it. The matter escalated after Akhtar approached the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), which later issued a non-cooperation directive against Singh. However, it has now been revoked. Ashoke Pandit reveals Aamir tried to resolve 'Don 3' Days after the FWICE matter escalated and Ranveer took legal action, FWICE chief adviser Ashoke Pandit confirmed that Aamir did try to resolve the issue. Earlier, Variety India learnt that the Producers Guild of India intervened in the matter, and renowned Bollywood producers and studio heads, including Karan Johar, Sajid Nadiadwala, Ektaa Kapoor, Zoya Akhtar, and Punit Goenka, met at Khan’s Mumbai residence to discuss the dispute. Also read: Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ? Speaking on Singh's action, Pandit said that they looked at the matter serious, and only after, which they issued the notice against the actor, which many mistook as a ban. He added that what Dhurandhar actor has done to Excel today, can be done with any other production house later. While Farhan's production house handled this thing, but the situation could have been difficult if this happens with any other production house when the actor chose to walk out at last minute. Further, he added that many people, including Khan tried to resolve the issue. "Many people from the industry, including Aamir Khan, had been trying to resolve the issue before it came to us. That also didn’t work. Today it’s Ranveer Singh. Tomorrow it could be someone else. This is what Excel is going through. If it was someone else, they would have gone to hell. They would have sold their house. You may have ten valid reasons for not doing a film. But if money has been spent because you committed to the project, then those losses should be reimbursed," he said while speaking to Hindi Rush.

<p>Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 is one of the biggest fallout that Hindi cinema has ever witnessed. However, recently, &nbsp;Ashoke Pandit, FWICE chief adviser, has confirmed that even Khan Aamir Khan tried to resolve the issue. &nbsp;</p>

Aamir Khan tried to resolve 'Don 3' dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar: Ashoke Pandit

<p><br>The Farhan Akhtar and Ranveer Singh Don 3 row is far from over. A day after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) revoked its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh, the Producers Guild of India is now planning to intervene in the matter. Reports of the Producers Guild mediating come a day after the Cine Body stated last-minute exits from films.</p><h2>Producers Guild of India to hold mediation.</h2><p>After FWICE, the Guild is reportedly set to hold a discussion to address the issue that has become the most talked-about Bollywood controversy. According to a report by Mid-Day, the Guild is expected to hold a meeting and encourage both parties to resolve matters amicably.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Vice President Manish Goswami has not shared any timeline for when they plan to hold the meeting, but the round of discussions can happen in the coming weeks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“The Guild is yet to formally table the deal. From here, it can go two ways. We encourage an amicable resolution and hope the parties can resolve the matter through dialogue. But there is always the court route, if that falls through.” the report quoted him as saying.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The focus of the meeting is not only to resolve the conflict between Ranveer and the makers of Don 3, but also to set new rules and protocols to establish industry-wide standards around commitments and better protections for producers, a sign that the Don 3 row has prompted a wider rethink of how Bollywood handles professional agreements.</p><h3>What did the Producers Guild say earlier?</h3><p>On Wednesday, the Producers Guild of India issued a strong statement against the stars's last minute walk out from the project, however, without mentioning the name of Ranveer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In the statement issued, “There have been growing instances of talent, directors, and technicians reneging on their commitments to producers, often at the eleventh hour. We, the Producers Guild of India, have also received formal complaints from our members, Excel Entertainment Private Limited and Panorama Studios International Limited regarding these issues coming up just days before the commencement of principal photography.”</p><h3>What are the demands of Excel Entertainment?</h3><p>Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's production house is demanding compensation from the actor to cover the losses the studio has suffered. They are demanding Rs 40 crore from the star. However, it has been learned that Singh agreed to return the signing amount of Rs 10 crore.</p>

After FWICE, the Guild is reportedly set to hold a discussion to address the issue that has become the most talked-about Bollywood controversy. According to a report by Mid-Day, the Guild is expected to hold a meeting and encourage both parties to resolve matters amicably.



The Farhan Akhtar and Ranveer Singh Don 3 row is far from over. A day after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) revoked its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh, the Producers Guild of India is now planning to intervene in the matter. Reports of the Producers Guild mediating come a day after the Cine Body stated last-minute exits from films. Producers Guild of India to hold mediation. After FWICE, the Guild is reportedly set to hold a discussion to address the issue that has become the most talked-about Bollywood controversy. According to a report by Mid-Day, the Guild is expected to hold a meeting and encourage both parties to resolve matters amicably. Vice President Manish Goswami has not shared any timeline for when they plan to hold the meeting, but the round of discussions can happen in the coming weeks. “The Guild is yet to formally table the deal. From here, it can go two ways. We encourage an amicable resolution and hope the parties can resolve the matter through dialogue. But there is always the court route, if that falls through.” the report quoted him as saying. The focus of the meeting is not only to resolve the conflict between Ranveer and the makers of Don 3, but also to set new rules and protocols to establish industry-wide standards around commitments and better protections for producers, a sign that the Don 3 row has prompted a wider rethink of how Bollywood handles professional agreements. What did the Producers Guild say earlier? On Wednesday, the Producers Guild of India issued a strong statement against the stars's last minute walk out from the project, however, without mentioning the name of Ranveer. In the statement issued, “There have been growing instances of talent, directors, and technicians reneging on their commitments to producers, often at the eleventh hour. We, the Producers Guild of India, have also received formal complaints from our members, Excel Entertainment Private Limited and Panorama Studios International Limited regarding these issues coming up just days before the commencement of principal photography.” What are the demands of Excel Entertainment? Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani's production house is demanding compensation from the actor to cover the losses the studio has suffered. They are demanding Rs 40 crore from the star. However, it has been learned that Singh agreed to return the signing amount of Rs 10 crore.

<p>After FWICE, the Guild is reportedly set to hold a discussion to address the issue that has become the most talked-about Bollywood controversy. According to a report by Mid-Day, the Guild is expected to hold a meeting and encourage both parties to resolve matters amicably.</p>

Ranveer Singh’s Don 3 row: Producers Guild to intervene; what does Farhan Akhtar's Excel Entertainment want?

<p>Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar- FWICE battle has now reached court as the actor on Tuesday served a legal notice to the organisation. The move comes days after the Federation of Western Indian Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against Singh over his exit from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. The directive was seen as a ban against Ranveer Singh in Bollywood, even though the federation denied it.</p><h2>Ranveer Singh sues FWICE</h2><p>On Tuesday, Ranveer sent a legal notice to the film workers’ body after it issued a non-cooperation directive against him last week. It is unclear at the moment what Ranveer has sought in the notice but FWICE will be required to respond to it in the court.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The move comes days after FWICE called all its members not to work on any project featuring Ranveer Singh.&nbsp;</p><p>The decision after Farhan Akhtar, the director and producer of Don 3, filed a complaint against Singh with the federation after he walked out of his film days before the shoot was to commence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>What is the controversy?</h2><p>On May 25, FWICE issued an order stating, “Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani informed FWICE that they have already incurred approximately ₹45 crores towards the pre-production of the film. He expressed grave concern that the sudden withdrawal of such a leading actor from the project at an advanced stage could expose the producer to severe financial losses and adversely affect the overall execution of the film.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later that day, FWICE Chairperson Ashoke Pandit addressed the media at a press conference and stated that the organisation had sent Ranveer multiple notices but received no response. Consequently, the federation took the decision to send a non-cooperative directive to the actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-controversy-timeline-ranveer-singh-s-exit-rs-40-crore-demand-and-fwice-action-what-went-wrong-1779807142791">Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ?</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“None of our workers or members, across all crafts, will work on any of his projects. We have requested that all producers take a stand, join us in solidarity, speak out against this conduct, and make a firm decision,” he said. Later that week, Pandit said that the non-cooperation directive was not a ‘ban’ as had been claimed in multiple media reports.&nbsp;</p><h2>What did Ranveer Singh say about FWICE directive?</h2><p>While Ranveer has not publicly commented on the issue, he responded to the directive hours later via his spokesperson.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect. While several narratives and speculations have surfaced over time, Ranveer has never considered it necessary to respond publicly or contribute to conjecture. His focus remains firmly on his work and the commitments ahead,” the statement read.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-responds-to-fwice-ban-professional-discussions-best-handled-with-dignity-1779722517220"><strong>Ranveer Singh responds to FWICE ban</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><h2>About Don 3</h2><p>The film is the third instalment of the Don franchise. Don 3 was announced in 2023 with a teaser which unveiled Ranveer Singh as the new face of the franchise. The role was earlier played by Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan in previous films of the franchise. The film was delayed after the initial announcement and did not enter pre-production until late 2025.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Days after FWICE issued a non-cooperative directive to actor Ranveer Singh over his exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3, Singh has served the federation with a legal notice. The nature of the notice is not known yet. 

Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar- FWICE battle has now reached court as the actor on Tuesday served a legal notice to the organisation. The move comes days after the Federation of Western Indian Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against Singh over his exit from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. The directive was seen as a ban against Ranveer Singh in Bollywood, even though the federation denied it. Ranveer Singh sues FWICE On Tuesday, Ranveer sent a legal notice to the film workers’ body after it issued a non-cooperation directive against him last week. It is unclear at the moment what Ranveer has sought in the notice but FWICE will be required to respond to it in the court. The move comes days after FWICE called all its members not to work on any project featuring Ranveer Singh. The decision after Farhan Akhtar, the director and producer of Don 3, filed a complaint against Singh with the federation after he walked out of his film days before the shoot was to commence. What is the controversy? On May 25, FWICE issued an order stating, “Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani informed FWICE that they have already incurred approximately ₹45 crores towards the pre-production of the film. He expressed grave concern that the sudden withdrawal of such a leading actor from the project at an advanced stage could expose the producer to severe financial losses and adversely affect the overall execution of the film.” Later that day, FWICE Chairperson Ashoke Pandit addressed the media at a press conference and stated that the organisation had sent Ranveer multiple notices but received no response. Consequently, the federation took the decision to send a non-cooperative directive to the actor. Also read: Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ? “None of our workers or members, across all crafts, will work on any of his projects. We have requested that all producers take a stand, join us in solidarity, speak out against this conduct, and make a firm decision,” he said. Later that week, Pandit said that the non-cooperation directive was not a ‘ban’ as had been claimed in multiple media reports. What did Ranveer Singh say about FWICE directive? While Ranveer has not publicly commented on the issue, he responded to the directive hours later via his spokesperson. “Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect. While several narratives and speculations have surfaced over time, Ranveer has never considered it necessary to respond publicly or contribute to conjecture. His focus remains firmly on his work and the commitments ahead,” the statement read. Also read: Ranveer Singh responds to FWICE ban About Don 3 The film is the third instalment of the Don franchise. Don 3 was announced in 2023 with a teaser which unveiled Ranveer Singh as the new face of the franchise. The role was earlier played by Amitabh Bachchan and Shah Rukh Khan in previous films of the franchise. The film was delayed after the initial announcement and did not enter pre-production until late 2025.

<p>Days after FWICE issued a non-cooperative directive to actor Ranveer Singh over his exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3, Singh has served the federation with a legal notice. The nature of the notice is not known yet.&nbsp;</p>

Ranveer Singh sends legal notice to FWICE over its non-cooperative directive

<p>Everyone is talking about Don 3 and the feud that has brewed between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar. While everyone in the industry has taken a side, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently reacted to it by slamming the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) for issuing a non-cooperative directive against Singh.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The controversy around Singh's exit escalated when FWICE issued a notice against Ranveer. Under this, the cine body advised its members not to work with him.</p><h3>Ram Gopal Verma slams FWICE, says it's Singh, who creates employment for those lakhs of FWICE workers and not the cine body. &nbsp;</h3><p>RGV is known for his unfiltered posts on X. Days after the controversy escalated following FWICE's press conference against the actor, he weighed in.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/salman-khan-not-acting-as-mediator-between-ranveer-singh-and-farhan-akhtar-report-1780128813507">Salman Khan NOT acting as mediator between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar: Report</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Saying that FWICE is neither a court of legal justice nor a government-authorised regulatory body, he argued that the ban should be on FWICE, not on Ranveer Singh.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''The so called “BAN” or non co operation in the style of Gandhiji , will eventually become a BIG FAT JOKE on FWICE. This isn’t industry or worker protection, &nbsp;like they are claiming. It is just a pure performative muscle flexing , by an extremely outdated union system , desperately trying to hold on to their grip,'' he wrote.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">BAN “FWICE” and not <a href="https://x.com/RanveerOfficial?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RanveerOfficial</a><br><br>The so called “BAN” or non co operation in the style of Gandhiji , will eventually become a BIG FAT JOKE on FWICE <br><br>This isn’t industry or worker protection, like they are claiming. It is just a pure performative muscle flexing , by an…</p>&mdash; Ram Gopal Varma (@RGVzoomin) <a href="https://x.com/RGVzoomin/status/2060426161835090387?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-controversy-timeline-ranveer-singh-s-exit-rs-40-crore-demand-and-fwice-action-what-went-wrong-1779807142791"><strong>Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ?</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Saying that FWICE is acting like a "kangaroo court", ''FWICE is neither a court of legal justice nor a government authorised regulatory body , and at best it’s a kangaroo court , which by definition pretends to deliver justice , but in actual fact it disregards established legal rules, due process, and impartiality. That is because the verdict is often decided in advance by a group of a specific agenda oriented people meeting privately including actors who are scared shitless with the mega success of&nbsp;<br>@RanveerOfficial in Dhurandhar.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Further, the post emphasises that stars like Ranveer generate box-office revenue and employment, not FWICE.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-did-not-respond-to-fwice-invitation-to-resolve-don-3-dispute-reveals-federation-chief-advisor-1779862332304"><strong>Ranveer Singh did not respond to FWICE invitation to resolve Don 3 dispute, reveals federation chief advisor</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>''It is stars like @RanveerOfficial, who sell tickets at the theatres and not FWICE. It is stars like @RanveerOfficial, who create employment to those lakhs of FWICE workers and not FWICE,'' he wrote.</p><h3>Don 3 Controversy: What do we know about it so far?</h3><p>The dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar over Don 3 has spiralled into a full-blown industry crisis. What started as Singh’s exit from the film has now reached the cine bodies, becoming a wider issue with Excel Entertainment seeking over Rs 40 crore in damages. Initially, it was reported that the actor agreed to return the signing amount of Rs 10 crore. However, the situation escalated when FWICE issued a non-cooperation notice against the actor.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to the notice against him, Singh’s official spokesperson shared, “Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect.''</p>

Ram Gopal Verma, in his new post, argued that one should ban FWICE, not Ranveer Singh. In a lengthy post, the filmmaker has slammed the cinebody, saying that it's acting like a 'Kangaroo court.'

Everyone is talking about Don 3 and the feud that has brewed between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar. While everyone in the industry has taken a side, filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma recently reacted to it by slamming the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) for issuing a non-cooperative directive against Singh. The controversy around Singh's exit escalated when FWICE issued a notice against Ranveer. Under this, the cine body advised its members not to work with him. Ram Gopal Verma slams FWICE, says it's Singh, who creates employment for those lakhs of FWICE workers and not the cine body. RGV is known for his unfiltered posts on X. Days after the controversy escalated following FWICE's press conference against the actor, he weighed in. Also read: Salman Khan NOT acting as mediator between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar: Report Saying that FWICE is neither a court of legal justice nor a government-authorised regulatory body, he argued that the ban should be on FWICE, not on Ranveer Singh. ''The so called “BAN” or non co operation in the style of Gandhiji , will eventually become a BIG FAT JOKE on FWICE. This isn’t industry or worker protection, like they are claiming. It is just a pure performative muscle flexing , by an extremely outdated union system , desperately trying to hold on to their grip,'' he wrote.

<p>Ram Gopal Verma, in his new post, argued that one should ban FWICE, not Ranveer Singh. In a lengthy post, the filmmaker has slammed the cinebody, saying that it's acting like a 'Kangaroo court.'</p>

Ram Gopal Varma backs Ranveer Singh amid Don 3 row: ‘Stars create employment, not FWICE’

<p>Ranveer Singh’s Don 3 controversy has taken a new turn. A day after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the Dhurandhar star over his last-minute exit from Farhan Akhtar’s directorial, it was clarified that the actor has not been banned. The directive only advises members associated with the group not to work with him. Despite the confusion, Ranveer’s career is not at stake.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, before this FWICE notice, it was learned that the actor had already agreed to return the signing amount for Don 3 and offer a stake in his upcoming film, which is tentatively titled, Pralay.</p><h2>Will the actor return the signing amount?</h2><p>Will the actor return the signing amount? Amid the ongoing dispute, Free Press Journal reported in April that Ranveer has agreed to return his signing amount, which was around Rs 10 crore. Not only that, but he has also agreed to give a stake in his next film, reportedly titled Pralay, to Don 3 producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>‘’Ranveer has gracefully agreed to return his signing amount, which was reportedly around Rs 10 crore. And, to further compensate Excel, he has reportedly agreed to give them a ‘stake’ in his next film, tentatively being referred to as Pralay,'' the source said.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, no confirmation on the exact percentage of the stake because the movie is in the initial stage,&nbsp;</p><h2>Ranveer Singh never met FWICE officials despite several attempts</h2><p>Talking about the matter, Ashoke Pandit, chief advisor of the film organisation, revealed Singh’s approach to the issue.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-ranveer-singh-to-priyanka-chopra-bollywood-celebrities-who-made-headlines-with-famous-walkouts-1779854791636">Ranveer Singh to Priyanka Chopra: B-Town stars known for their famous walkout</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Days after strict action was taken against the actor, Pandit said they had sent multiple invitations to him, but there was no response from his team.</p>

<p>While speaking to ETimes, Pandit said FWICE made three attempts to contact Ranveer.</p><p>“So we very strongly tried our best. We sent him invitations thrice. There was no response, and then finally he sent mail when he came to know that we are having a press conference, saying that this doesn’t come under a jurisdiction," Pandit said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read</strong>: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-did-not-respond-to-fwice-invitation-to-resolve-don-3-dispute-reveals-federation-chief-advisor-1779862332304">Ranveer Singh did not respond to FWICE invitation to resolve Don 3 dispute, reveals federation chief advisor</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Saying that it would be better if the actor had sat with the organisation and had a word.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“So with that said, fine, if you feel so strongly. Toh theek hai. Koi baat nahi. (Alright then. No problem) Doesn’t matter. So that is a basic thing, we will wait. We’ll sit with the producer body. Will sit with different associations, and we’ll see how things happen," he added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Ranveer Singh’s reported exit from Don 3 sparked controversy after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor. However, before this, it was learned that the actor had offered Pralay stake and signing fees to settle Don 3 exit with Farhan Akhtar. 

Ranveer Singh’s Don 3 controversy has taken a new turn. A day after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the Dhurandhar star over his last-minute exit from Farhan Akhtar’s directorial, it was clarified that the actor has not been banned. The directive only advises members associated with the group not to work with him. Despite the confusion, Ranveer’s career is not at stake. However, before this FWICE notice, it was learned that the actor had already agreed to return the signing amount for Don 3 and offer a stake in his upcoming film, which is tentatively titled, Pralay. Will the actor return the signing amount? Will the actor return the signing amount? Amid the ongoing dispute, Free Press Journal reported in April that Ranveer has agreed to return his signing amount, which was around Rs 10 crore. Not only that, but he has also agreed to give a stake in his next film, reportedly titled Pralay, to Don 3 producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. ‘’Ranveer has gracefully agreed to return his signing amount, which was reportedly around Rs 10 crore. And, to further compensate Excel, he has reportedly agreed to give them a ‘stake’ in his next film, tentatively being referred to as Pralay,'' the source said. However, no confirmation on the exact percentage of the stake because the movie is in the initial stage, Ranveer Singh never met FWICE officials despite several attempts Talking about the matter, Ashoke Pandit, chief advisor of the film organisation, revealed Singh’s approach to the issue. Also read: Ranveer Singh to Priyanka Chopra: B-Town stars known for their famous walkout Days after strict action was taken against the actor, Pandit said they had sent multiple invitations to him, but there was no response from his team.

<p>Ranveer Singh’s reported exit from Don 3 sparked controversy after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor. However, before this, it was learned that the actor had offered Pralay stake and signing fees to settle Don 3 exit with Farhan Akhtar.&nbsp;</p>

Did Ranveer Singh offer a Pralay stake and return signing fees to settle Don 3 exit with Farhan Akhtar?

<p>What started as merely an actor dropping out of a major project has now become a full-blown industry war. After the success of Dhurandhar 2, Ranveer Singh opted to step away from Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, leading to a professional tiff. The latest update is that the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), has issued a non-cooperation directive against him over the ongoing Don 3 dispute.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As the dispute takes a major turn, here's the full timeline</p><h2>Don 3 announcement</h2><p>Don 3 is one of the most loved franchises in the Indian film industry. From Amitabh Bachchan in the 1978 film to Shah Rukh Khan in Don 2, it was Ranveer Singh who was set to play the role next. In August 2023, Farhan Akhtar announced Singh as the new Don with the tagline “A new era begins.” A teaser was released showing the director sitting in a chair.</p>

<p>Announced in 2023, the movie has continually faced delays, with rumours of the project being shelved. However, in November 2025, Akhtar himself clarified in an interview that the movie was set to go on floors in 2026.</p><h2>Don 3 delay</h2><p>Since its announcement by Farhan Akhtar, Don 3 has encountered repeated delays. Despite generating significant buzz after its announcement, the film has undergone script revisions, production delays, and a change in its lead actress.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In early 2024, FWICE reportedly intervened over the uncertainty faced by crew members involved in the project. This led the film body to step in regarding labour issues and the film's production. However, several sources asserted that everything was being taken care of and Don 3 was still in development.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Months later, Farhan himself addressed the rumours and said, “We start filming next year. That’s probably the biggest update that I can give you.” Akhtar gave the update in November 2025, just a few weeks before Dhurandhar's release on Dec 5.&nbsp;</p><h2>Ranveer Singh's shocking departure</h2><p>Weeks after Dhurandhar's release, news of the film's leading man, Ranveer Singh, stepping out of the project broke and quickly became the talk of the town. The movie is backed by Farhan and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment. According to a report in Pinkvilla, Ranveer wants to explore a different genre and avoid being part of another gangster film. However, other reports claimed that he was unhappy with production delays and the script. With all this, creative differences played a major role in Ranveer stepping out.</p><h2>Rs 40 crore compensation demand</h2><p>Ranveer Singh's exit hit a roadblock when Akhtar's production house, Excel Entertainment, reportedly sought hefty compensation of Rs 40 crores in damages.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The movie was in pre-production, and Excel Entertainment had spent a huge amount on script development, scheduling, location planning, and other preparatory work before Singh's shocking exit.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reports claim the actor exited the film due to dissatisfaction with the script, despite reportedly requesting changes earlier. Excel Entertainment maintains that pre-production began only after Ranveer approved the script.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Initially, it was reported that the actor was willing to pay a certain amount to cover losses incurred during the pre-production and development stages. However, Excel Entertainment reportedly demanded a much higher compensation amount. As a result, the actor withdrew from his decision to pay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“Ranveer is not agreeing to pay that amount because he bears no financial liability for the losses. He was willing to pay a certain amount just as a gesture of goodwill, which Farhan didn't agree to,” the source added.</p><h2>When the Producers Guild of India stepped in</h2><p><br>The Producers Guild of India advises makers and Ranveer Singh to take the legal route.</p><p>To solve this matter, the Producers Guild of India agreed to intervene in the dispute. However, Variety India learned that the guild has reportedly asked both parties to take the legal route, stating that they cannot resolve disputes when neither side is willing to compromise.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As per reports, both parties arrived with proof to present their respective sides. Ranveer arrived with a collection of emails and WhatsApp messages, while Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. However, they failed to solve the dispute</p><h3>Farhan Akhtar approaches film body over Ranveer Singh's exit</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Months after the tussle, in May, Farhan took legal action against the actor and took the matter to FWICE over his sudden exit from the film.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Yes an email was sent that FWICE is a labor union and does not have legal authority to intervene in movie contracts. That email is the right thing to do. <a href="https://t.co/rv4TL8FHYJ">https://t.co/rv4TL8FHYJ</a></p>&mdash; Life_in_askance (@imaginary4808) <a href="https://twitter.com/imaginary4808/status/2058943341514121570?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 25, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) boycotted Ranveer Singh over his exit.</h3><p>On May 25, the ongoing dispute intensified after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against the actor. The organisation has asked all its members not to work with the actor in any of the projects. &nbsp;</p><h2>Ranveer Singh's first statement</h2><p>After FWICE announced a non-cooperation directive against him over his exit from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ranveer Singh’s official spokesperson shared, “Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect.''</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

After the success of Dhurandhar 2, Ranveer Singh allegedly stepped out of his much-awaited Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, triggering a major dispute within the film industry. Amid all,  FWICE  has taken action against Singh, escalating the issue further. Check the timeline of the whole controversy. 

What started as merely an actor dropping out of a major project has now become a full-blown industry war. After the success of Dhurandhar 2, Ranveer Singh opted to step away from Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, leading to a professional tiff. The latest update is that the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), has issued a non-cooperation directive against him over the ongoing Don 3 dispute. As the dispute takes a major turn, here's the full timeline Don 3 announcement Don 3 is one of the most loved franchises in the Indian film industry. From Amitabh Bachchan in the 1978 film to Shah Rukh Khan in Don 2, it was Ranveer Singh who was set to play the role next. In August 2023, Farhan Akhtar announced Singh as the new Don with the tagline “A new era begins.” A teaser was released showing the director sitting in a chair.

<p>After the success of Dhurandhar 2, Ranveer Singh allegedly stepped out of his much-awaited Don 3, directed by Farhan Akhtar, triggering a major dispute within the film industry. Amid all, &nbsp;FWICE &nbsp;has taken action against Singh, escalating the issue further. Check the timeline of the whole controversy.&nbsp;</p>

Don 3 controversy timeline: Ranveer Singh’s exit, Rs 40 crore demand and FWICE action - What went wrong ?

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