The Don 3 controversy takes a new turn every day. Just days after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against actor Ranveer Singh, the situation has taken a dramatic turn. Following reports that the actor approached the court and served a legal notice to the federation, FWICE has now withdrawn its directive with immediate effect.&nbsp;While it has been confirmed that Ranveer sent a legal notice to the cine workers' body, the exact contents of the notice and the demands made by the actor have not yet been disclosed.<h3>FWICE president breaks silence on Ranveer Singh's legal notice</h3>Hours after reports surfaced that Ranveer sent a legal notice, FWICE president B.N. Tiwari said the federation had imposed a non-cooperation directive, effective immediately.&nbsp;“We are taking back our non cooperative directive from immediate effect after a request by IMPAA, the producers' guild and CINTAA. We have been told that we should all sit together with the producers' body and take an appropriate decision where neither the producers and directors nor the actor face any issues,” Tiwari told reporters, as per PTI.&nbsp; "No one has won or lost in this matter. Our legal department will respond to his legal notice," he added.<h3>Why did FWICE issue a non-cooperation directive?</h3>&nbsp;Months after Ranveer exited the project, Farhan Akhtar asked FWICE to intervene in the Don 3 dispute. The federation’s chief advisor, Ashoke Pandit, said they called Singh multiple times, but he did not respond to their invitation to resolve the matter.FWICE issued a notice against Ranveer on May 25.&nbsp;Speaking to ETimes, Pandit said he made several attempts to contact Ranveer after Farhan approached the federation in April, hoping to settle the dispute amicably. Pandit added that FWICE wanted both parties to meet and resolve the issue. According to the federation, Ranveer was sent invitations three times but did not respond.&nbsp;“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.&nbsp;

On Wednesday,  Ranveer Singh took legal action against the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). Soon, the FWICE president B.N. Tiwari said that he has withdrawn the notice. 

The Don 3 controversy takes a new turn every day. Just days after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issued a non-cooperation directive against actor Ranveer Singh, the situation has taken a dramatic turn. Following reports that the actor approached the court and served a legal notice to the federation, FWICE has now withdrawn its directive with immediate effect. While it has been confirmed that Ranveer sent a legal notice to the cine workers' body, the exact contents of the notice and the demands made by the actor have not yet been disclosed. FWICE president breaks silence on Ranveer Singh's legal notice Hours after reports surfaced that Ranveer sent a legal notice, FWICE president B.N. Tiwari said the federation had imposed a non-cooperation directive, effective immediately. “We are taking back our non cooperative directive from immediate effect after a request by IMPAA, the producers' guild and CINTAA. We have been told that we should all sit together with the producers' body and take an appropriate decision where neither the producers and directors nor the actor face any issues,” Tiwari told reporters, as per PTI. "No one has won or lost in this matter. Our legal department will respond to his legal notice," he added. Why did FWICE issue a non-cooperation directive? Months after Ranveer exited the project, Farhan Akhtar asked FWICE to intervene in the Don 3 dispute. The federation’s chief advisor, Ashoke Pandit, said they called Singh multiple times, but he did not respond to their invitation to resolve the matter.FWICE issued a notice against Ranveer on May 25. Speaking to ETimes, Pandit said he made several attempts to contact Ranveer after Farhan approached the federation in April, hoping to settle the dispute amicably. Pandit added that FWICE wanted both parties to meet and resolve the issue. According to the federation, Ranveer was sent invitations three times but did not respond. “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.

On Wednesday, &nbsp;Ranveer Singh took legal action against the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). Soon, the FWICE president B.N. Tiwari said that he has withdrawn the notice.&nbsp;

FWICE president on revoking Ranveer Singh ban after legal notice: ‘No one has won or lost in this matter’

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.<h2>Ranveer Singh sues FWICE</h2>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.&nbsp;The move comes days after FWICE called all its members not to work on any project featuring Ranveer Singh.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;<h2>What is the controversy?</h2>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.”&nbsp;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.&nbsp;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>&nbsp;“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;<h2>What did Ranveer Singh say about FWICE directive?</h2>While Ranveer has not publicly commented on the issue, he responded to the directive hours later via his spokesperson.&nbsp;&nbsp;“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.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-responds-to-fwice-ban-professional-discussions-best-handled-with-dignity-1779722517220">Ranveer Singh responds to FWICE ban</a>&nbsp;<h2>About Don 3</h2>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.&nbsp;

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.

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;

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

Ranveer Singh has issued his first statement hours after the&nbsp;Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) announced a non-cooperation directive against him over his exit from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3.&nbsp;&nbsp;Ranveer issued a statement&nbsp;via his representative and stated that he holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise and that he wishes the film well.&nbsp;&nbsp;The actor also stated that he has consciously chosen to maintain silence over the matter ever since the controversy broke out.&nbsp;<h2>What Ranveer Singh said</h2>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.&nbsp;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.&nbsp;He continues to hold deep respect and goodwill for all those involved and sincerely wishes the franchise continued success. Choosing restraint and grace in moments like these has always been a conscious decision on his part, and he will continue to maintain the same stance.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-row-escalates-as-farhan-akhtar-approaches-film-body-over-ranveer-singh-s-exit-1779603355914">Don 3 row escalates as Farhan approaches film body over dispute with Ranveer</a><h2>What's the controversy?</h2>The controversy began after reports surfaced that Singh had stepped away from Don 3 shortly before the production was expected to start. Excel Entertainment later reached out to FWICE and claimed that the production had already invested heavily in the film’s pre-production process.&nbsp;Don 3 was announced in 2023, and it has faced multiple delays.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/don-3-row-fwice-issues-non-cooperation-directive-against-ranveer-singh-amid-farhan-akhtar-dispute-1779720181223">Don 3 row: FWICE issues non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh amid Farhan Akhtar dispute</a><h2>What does a non-cooperation directive from FWICE mean?</h2>A non-cooperation directive issued by FWICE (Federation of Western India Cine Employees) is effectively an industry-wide ban. It prohibits all artists, technicians, and workers registered with the federation from collaborating with the targeted individual or production house.&nbsp;No FWICE member—including actors, directors, cameramen, lightmen, and spot boys—is allowed to work on any project involved with the banned entity. Production houses cannot hire FWICE-affiliated crew members for their films or television shows.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranveer-singh-not-playing-lord-shiva-in-immortals-of-meluha-author-amish-tripathi-debunks-rumours-1778576718323">Ranveer Singh not playing Lord Shiva in Immortals of Meluha: Author Amish</a>&nbsp;Any technician or artist who violates the directive risks being penalised or losing their union membership.The supposed ban comes at a time when Ranveer Singh is on a career high, having delivered two back-to-back hits with the Dhurandhar franchise, which have earned over Rs 1300 crore globally. The actor is working next on Jai Mehta’s, which is a big-budget post-apocalyptic zombie thriller. He is also rumoured to be working with Aditya Dhar once again.&nbsp;

Ranveer Singh has broken the silence over the FWICE ban imposed on him over his exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. The Dhurandhar actor issued a statement via his spokesperson and stated he wished the film and everyone related to the film the best. 

Ranveer Singh has issued his first statement hours after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) announced a non-cooperation directive against him over his exit from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. Ranveer issued a statement via his representative and stated that he holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise and that he wishes the film well. The actor also stated that he has consciously chosen to maintain silence over the matter ever since the controversy broke out. What Ranveer Singh said 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. 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. He continues to hold deep respect and goodwill for all those involved and sincerely wishes the franchise continued success. Choosing restraint and grace in moments like these has always been a conscious decision on his part, and he will continue to maintain the same stance.” Also read: Don 3 row escalates as Farhan approaches film body over dispute with Ranveer What's the controversy? The controversy began after reports surfaced that Singh had stepped away from Don 3 shortly before the production was expected to start. Excel Entertainment later reached out to FWICE and claimed that the production had already invested heavily in the film’s pre-production process. Don 3 was announced in 2023, and it has faced multiple delays. Also read: Don 3 row: FWICE issues non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh amid Farhan Akhtar dispute What does a non-cooperation directive from FWICE mean? A non-cooperation directive issued by FWICE (Federation of Western India Cine Employees) is effectively an industry-wide ban. It prohibits all artists, technicians, and workers registered with the federation from collaborating with the targeted individual or production house. No FWICE member—including actors, directors, cameramen, lightmen, and spot boys—is allowed to work on any project involved with the banned entity. Production houses cannot hire FWICE-affiliated crew members for their films or television shows. Also read: Ranveer Singh not playing Lord Shiva in Immortals of Meluha: Author Amish Any technician or artist who violates the directive risks being penalised or losing their union membership. The supposed ban comes at a time when Ranveer Singh is on a career high, having delivered two back-to-back hits with the Dhurandhar franchise, which have earned over Rs 1300 crore globally. The actor is working next on Jai Mehta’s, which is a big-budget post-apocalyptic zombie thriller. He is also rumoured to be working with Aditya Dhar once again.

Ranveer Singh has broken the silence over the FWICE ban imposed on him over his exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. The Dhurandhar actor issued a statement via his spokesperson and stated he wished the film and everyone related to the film the best.&nbsp;

Ranveer Singh responds to FWICE ban: 'Professional discussions best handled with dignity'

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for a boycott of shoots in the Maldives amid growing tensions between India and the island nation.&nbsp; 
 
The film industry's workers union has condemned recent remarks on Indian PM Narendra Modi made by some ministers of the Maldives and appealed to its members to join the body in banning the nation.&nbsp; 
 
In a statement, they urged filmmakers to opt for ‘similar locations in India.’ 
 
The official statement reads, “In view of the growing row between India and Maldives over the derogatory statement issued by three ministers of Maldives, the FWICE which is the oldest and largest Federal body of the workers, technicians and artists working in the media and entertainment industry, strongly condemns the most irresponsible and ridiculous remarks of the ministers of Maldives passed on globally respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji. In solidarity with the nation and its wide culture, the members of the FWICE have decided to boycott Maldives for their shooting locations. Instead, the FWICE appeals its members to choose similar locations in India for their shooting purpose and contribute towards developing tourism in India.”

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“All the producers in India and over the globe are hereby advised not to plan any shootings or production activities in Maldives. We all stand in strong support towards our Prime Minister and our Nation,” it concluded.&nbsp; 
 
FWICE statement comes days after some prominent personalities from Maldives mocked India and its Prime Minister Narendra Modi's pitch to visit Indian islands. 
 
PM Modi had recently visited the Lakshadweep Islands and posted pictures of him spending time on the beach and trying snorkelling as he promoted the island. 
 
Celebs support Indian islands 
 
Soon after PM Modi's photos were shared on social media, several celebrities were also seen endorsing the Lakshadweep Islands. From Salman Khan to Akshay Kumar and Shraddha Kapoor, several took notice of the crystal blue waters of the Indian islands and posted about it.&nbsp; 
 
For years, Maldives has been a favourite location for Indian celebrities to vacation. Almost all of Bollywood has at some point shared photos from their Maldives vacation on social media.&nbsp;

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The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for a boycott of shoots in the Maldives amid growing tensions between India and the island nation.

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for a boycott of shoots in the Maldives amid growing tensions between India and the island nation. The film industry's workers union has condemned recent remarks on Indian PM Narendra Modi made by some ministers of the Maldives and appealed to its members to join the body in banning the nation. In a statement, they urged filmmakers to opt for ‘similar locations in India.’ The official statement reads, “In view of the growing row between India and Maldives over the derogatory statement issued by three ministers of Maldives, the FWICE which is the oldest and largest Federal body of the workers, technicians and artists working in the media and entertainment industry, strongly condemns the most irresponsible and ridiculous remarks of the ministers of Maldives passed on globally respected Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji. In solidarity with the nation and its wide culture, the members of the FWICE have decided to boycott Maldives for their shooting locations. Instead, the FWICE appeals its members to choose similar locations in India for their shooting purpose and contribute towards developing tourism in India.” BOYCOTT MALDIVES… CHOOSE LOCATIONS IN INDIA: FWICE APPEALS TO PRODUCERS… OFFICIAL STATEMENT…#FWICE #India #Maldives pic.twitter.com/OpZmXIq6o2 — taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) January 10, 2024 × “All the producers in India and over the globe are hereby advised not to plan any shootings or production activities in Maldives. We all stand in strong support towards our Prime Minister and our Nation,” it concluded. FWICE statement comes days after some prominent personalities from Maldives mocked India and its Prime Minister Narendra Modi's pitch to visit Indian islands. PM Modi had recently visited the Lakshadweep Islands and posted pictures of him spending time on the beach and trying snorkelling as he promoted the island. Celebs support Indian islands Soon after PM Modi's photos were shared on social media, several celebrities were also seen endorsing the Lakshadweep Islands. From Salman Khan to Akshay Kumar and Shraddha Kapoor, several took notice of the crystal blue waters of the Indian islands and posted about it. For years, Maldives has been a favourite location for Indian celebrities to vacation. Almost all of Bollywood has at some point shared photos from their Maldives vacation on social media.

Movie industry workers' body FWICE appeals Indian filmmakers to not shoot in Maldives 

With countries around the world relaxing lockdowns including India, The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has sought permission from the Maharashtra government where the Hindi entertainment industry is based out of, to restart the post-production activities of film, shows and other entertainment projects nearing completion.

FWICE wrote a letter to Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray, seeking permission to restart the post-production activities so as to slowly bring the entertainment industry to life.&nbsp;

The FWICE looks after the needs and demands of 32 different crafts of the workers and technicians of the industry with more than five lakh members. In their letter, they wrote that several producers have invested crores of rupees into projects that are hanging in the middle because of the lockdown.

The letter read: “We would like to bring to your kind notice that there are numerous projects of the Media and Entertainment Industry which are halted due to lockdown and can be completed soon as only the post production activities such as editing, sound recording, music recording and others are pending. If permissions are given to carry out such post production activities of these projects, which can be done in closed studios with minimum workforce, it would be great relief to the producers who have poured in huge funds and that they shall be all set to release their projects immediately after the lockdown is lifted.”

According to FWICE, permission to continue with the post production activities of such projects nearing completions can be a sigh of relief to producers, with an assurance of early release of projects “ensuring some returns of the funds invested”.

The letter further stated: “We assure you of complying with all the necessary guidelines pertaining to the health, safety and security of the workers involved into such post production activities if permitted to do so. We hope you to be considerate and thoughtful regarding our plea and provide us the necessary permissions to resume the post production activities for the stuck project of the media and entertainment industry.”

As the coronavirus crisis became severe in the country early last month, film bodies in India in accordance with government rules and regulations, had stopped shootings of films, TV shows and web series since March 19.

With countries around the world relaxing lockdowns including India, The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has sought permission from the Maharashtra government where the Hindi entertainment industry is based out of, to restart the post-production activities of film, shows and other entertainment projects nearing completion.

With countries around the world relaxing lockdowns including India, The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has sought permission from the Maharashtra government where the Hindi entertainment industry is based out of, to restart the post-production activities of film, shows and other entertainment projects nearing completion. FWICE wrote a letter to Maharashtra chief minister Uddhav Thackeray, seeking permission to restart the post-production activities so as to slowly bring the entertainment industry to life. The FWICE looks after the needs and demands of 32 different crafts of the workers and technicians of the industry with more than five lakh members. In their letter, they wrote that several producers have invested crores of rupees into projects that are hanging in the middle because of the lockdown. The letter read: “We would like to bring to your kind notice that there are numerous projects of the Media and Entertainment Industry which are halted due to lockdown and can be completed soon as only the post production activities such as editing, sound recording, music recording and others are pending. If permissions are given to carry out such post production activities of these projects, which can be done in closed studios with minimum workforce, it would be great relief to the producers who have poured in huge funds and that they shall be all set to release their projects immediately after the lockdown is lifted.” According to FWICE, permission to continue with the post production activities of such projects nearing completions can be a sigh of relief to producers, with an assurance of early release of projects “ensuring some returns of the funds invested”. The letter further stated: “We assure you of complying with all the necessary guidelines pertaining to the health, safety and security of the workers involved into such post production activities if permitted to do so. We hope you to be considerate and thoughtful regarding our plea and provide us the necessary permissions to resume the post production activities for the stuck project of the media and entertainment industry.” As the coronavirus crisis became severe in the country early last month, film bodies in India in accordance with government rules and regulations, had stopped shootings of films, TV shows and web series since March 19.

Film Association writes letter to Maharashtra CM to restart post-productions of projects near completion

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has warned Indian singers and musicians against working with Pakistani artistes amid coronavirus lockdown.

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has warned Indian singers and musicians against working with Pakistani artistes amid coronavirus lockdown. The Federation issued a strict warning recently and stated that failure to comply with the directive would lead to "strict disciplinary action”. Amid lockdown, several musicians from the two countries have been collaborating on social media. Pakistan's Ali Sethi has been regularly hosting live sessions and has so far interacted and jammed with Vishal and Rekha Bhardwaj, Varun Grover and Shilpa Rao. In the session with Vishal and Rekha Bhardwaj, Sethi had even brought in legendary singer Farida Khanum to sing a few lines. View this post on Instagram Here is a full video from our historic session yesterday. If there’s anything we can learn in this difficult time, let it be the value of cooperation across borders. LOVE CONQUERS ALL ♥️♥️♥️ A very special thanks to Faridaji’s genius granddaughter @mehrunnisaiamin for setting this up, and to @anthonysoshil and @bhangusayeen for making the video #alisethi #rekhabhardwaj #vishalbhardwaj #faridakhanum #india #pakistan #lockdown #coronavirus #music #collaboration A post shared by Ali Sethi (@alisethiofficial) on Mar 25, 2020 at 7:53am PDT × View this post on Instagram Such a joy to go live with @shilparao two days ago 💓✌🏾 I so admire her versatility — the way she glides from ghazal to disco — and was thrilled to sing a bit ‘Umraan Langiyaan’ for her dad 😇🙏🏾 Enjoy this montage of our first mulaqaat, which culminates with her iconic #ghungrootootgaye — disco tay khhisko! 👑🌟🎶 #alisethi #shilparao #instalive #paarchanaade #ghungroo A post shared by Ali Sethi (@alisethiofficial) on Mar 30, 2020 at 1:35pm PDT × View this post on Instagram I feel like @vidushak is a pied-piper of our times — someone who leads us, with his songs and screenplays and subversive standup acts, into a happier and always more inclusive place. In our live session the other day I bored him with my rendition of his mashhoor-tareen gaana ‘Moh Moh Ke Dhaage’ (on popular demand!), but I am so-so-so excited to make the tune for ‘Jis Lahore Na Vekhya’ — check tay karo! #instalive #quarantine #lockdown #music #banter #alisethi #varungrover #stayathome #washyourhands A post shared by Ali Sethi (@alisethiofficial) on Apr 8, 2020 at 11:24am PDT × FWICE issued the directive only when a session with Harshdeep Kaur and Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was brought to its notice. “We are pained to inform all members that despite being fully aware that FWICE has issued a total non-cooperation circular advising all members not to work in any manner whatsoever with all Pakistani artistes, singers and technicians, some members are blatantly violating the non-cooperation circular,” a letter from FWICE read. The letter stated that Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's concert was not the only instance. "We have been informed that more such Entertainment products and songs are being planned and made. We have to strictly inform all the members of our affiliates to kindly note that the non-cooperation circular is valid and subsisting and anyone found cooperating or working in any manner with any Pakistani artistes, singers and technicians, in any mode or media of entertainment will be subject to strict disciplinary action,” the letter read. View this post on Instagram No working with #Pakistani artists, singers, technicians, no working on digital platforms too... #FWICE issues stern warning... OFFICIAL STATEMENT... A post shared by Taran Adarsh (@taranadarsh) on Apr 12, 2020 at 6:54am PDT × “One should also realise that while the entire world is fighting against the coronavirus, Pakistan is still busy killing our soldiers on the borders. Kindly note no violation of this circular will be allowed and we are sure all members will follow our advice in their own interest,” it added. Pakistani artistes were banned from working in India after 2016 Uri attacks in which 18 soldiers were killed and several others were injured.

FWICE warns Indian singers against online collaborations with Pakistani artistes amid lockdown

Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has penned letter to singers Alka Yagnik, Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan urging them not cancel their participation in a show scheduled in Dallas, US, citing that it has been organised by a Pakistani national. 
 
The FWICE which is the mother body of more than 32 affiliates has warned the singers to cancel their show named `Throwback 90`s` which is scheduled to take place on 17 November. 
 
The letter which states that the organisation "holds the dignity of our country as paramountly important" comes in the wake of the recent abrogation of Article 370 in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. 
 
"Back to the tensions prevailing with our neighbours, more so after abrogation of Article 370, FWICE which holds the dignity of our country as paramountly important, has time and again informed the members of the film fraternity to abstain from associating with a Pakistani National in any platform of cultural or professional activities in Pakistan or in any part of the world," the letter stated. 
 
"Very recently FWICE got to know that renowned singer <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/diljit-dosanjh-postpones-us-concert-says-will-always-stand-for-greater-interest-of-india-249024">Mr Diljit Dosanjh </a>was to perform in an event in USA on Sept 21st at the invitation of Mr Rehan Siddiqi a Pakistani National. FWICE immediately swung into action of asking the singer to cancel his participation in the event," the letter read. 
 
After the letter was issued to him, Dosanjh tweeted, "However in lieu of the letter by the FWICE I have decided to postpone my Houston show at this time. I love my country and will always stand for the greater interest of the Nation INDIA Always." 
 
"Needless to add here that you all are acclaimed singers of India and have garnered enormous people from this country. Guess you would reciprocate the same sentiments with your countrymen and not throw open any ground for disharmony and displeasures arising out of any adverse eventuality in the future," the letter concluded. 
 
Last month, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/film-association-withdraws-ban-on-mika-singh-after-singer-apologises-for-show-in-pakistan-244715">Mika had performed in Pakistan</a> with his group at an event organised by former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf`s close relative.&nbsp; 
 
After which netizens and fans revolted over the idea and called Mika a `traitor` on social media. 
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Following the social media uproar, FWICE and AICWA (All India Cine Workers Association) banned the singer. However, after a press conference, Mika publicly apologised after which the ban was revoked by both the film bodies.&nbsp;

Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has penned letter to singers Alka Yagnik, Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan urging them not cancel their participation in a show scheduled in Dallas, US, citing that it has been organised by a Pakistani national.

Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has penned letter to singers Alka Yagnik, Kumar Sanu and Udit Narayan urging them not cancel their participation in a show scheduled in Dallas, US, citing that it has been organised by a Pakistani national. The FWICE which is the mother body of more than 32 affiliates has warned the singers to cancel their show named `Throwback 90`s` which is scheduled to take place on 17 November. The letter which states that the organisation "holds the dignity of our country as paramountly important" comes in the wake of the recent abrogation of Article 370 in the state of Jammu and Kashmir. "Back to the tensions prevailing with our neighbours, more so after abrogation of Article 370, FWICE which holds the dignity of our country as paramountly important, has time and again informed the members of the film fraternity to abstain from associating with a Pakistani National in any platform of cultural or professional activities in Pakistan or in any part of the world," the letter stated. "Very recently FWICE got to know that renowned singer Mr Diljit Dosanjh was to perform in an event in USA on Sept 21st at the invitation of Mr Rehan Siddiqi a Pakistani National. FWICE immediately swung into action of asking the singer to cancel his participation in the event," the letter read. After the letter was issued to him, Dosanjh tweeted, "However in lieu of the letter by the FWICE I have decided to postpone my Houston show at this time. I love my country and will always stand for the greater interest of the Nation INDIA Always." "Needless to add here that you all are acclaimed singers of India and have garnered enormous people from this country. Guess you would reciprocate the same sentiments with your countrymen and not throw open any ground for disharmony and displeasures arising out of any adverse eventuality in the future," the letter concluded. Last month, Mika had performed in Pakistan with his group at an event organised by former Pakistani president Pervez Musharraf`s close relative. After which netizens and fans revolted over the idea and called Mika a `traitor` on social media. Following the social media uproar, FWICE and AICWA (All India Cine Workers Association) banned the singer. However, after a press conference, Mika publicly apologised after which the ban was revoked by both the film bodies.

FWICE asks Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan, Kumar Sanu to cancel US show organised by Pak national

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