The ongoing dispute between Farhan Akhtar and Ranveer Singh regarding the much-anticipated film 'Don 3' has escalated, with the matter now being taken to the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). Farhan Akhtar has filed a formal complaint against Ranveer Singh over his reported withdrawal from the project, which was announced with Singh as the lead actor. The film had been shrouded in speculation after reports suggested that it was put on hold due to disagreements between the actor and the makers.
FWICE to Address the Issue Publicly
FWICE is expected to address the issue during a press conference scheduled for May 25, where it will reportedly reveal its decision after reviewing the complaint and related developments. In an official statement, the film body confirmed that it would discuss the matter involving Akhtar's complaint against Singh over his reported withdrawal from 'Don 3'. FWICE further stated that the complaint was forwarded through one of its affiliated associations, the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association (IFTDA), of which Farhan Akhtar is a member. The federation also clarified that it would announce its position only after examining the complaint and evaluating all aspects linked to the matter.
Background of the Dispute
Speculation surrounding 'Don 3' intensified after reports claimed Ranveer Singh had decided to walk away from the project. While the actor has not issued any official statement on the rumours, industry reports suggested that differences regarding the script and creative direction may have played a role. There were also reports claiming Farhan Akhtar had explored options to replace Ranveer. However, after the reported success of 'Dhurandhar', those plans were said to have changed. Later industry chatter suggested that Ranveer himself had begun reassessing his upcoming projects in line with his recent career momentum.
Compensation and Legal Implications
Reports further claimed that Excel Entertainment was considering seeking compensation worth nearly Rs 40 crore, citing money already invested in pre-production and production scheduling setbacks. It was also reported that Ranveer Singh had agreed to compensate for the amount. According to industry reports, the production banner believed work on the film had moved ahead with the actor's approval. As conversations around the situation intensified, reports also suggested that the Producers Guild of India could step in to help resolve the issue.
Involvement of Aamir Khan Denied
Adding another layer to the speculation, rumours linked Aamir Khan to private discussions aimed at sorting out the reported dispute. However, the actor later denied being involved in any such conversations, leaving the matter solely between Farhan Akhtar and Ranveer Singh.
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