Ranveer Singh is reportedly locked in a major financial dispute with Farhan Akhtar-owned Excel Entertainment after exiting Don 3. What started as industry buzz has now turned into a Rs 40 crore standoff, putting the future of the film in doubt.
According to reports, Excel Entertainment has asked Ranveer Singh to compensate the production house for losses suffered during early pre-production. The makers claim that money was already spent on planning, scheduling, and crew arrangements before the actor stepped away from the project.
Sources say the production house believes it should not bear these losses alone. This difference in opinion has now escalated into a serious disagreement.
Ranveer Singh, however, is said to have strongly opposed the demand. Insiders claim the actor does not feel responsible for paying compensation. His exit is reportedly linked to creative differences, especially issues related to the script and the film’s direction.
Those close to the actor say Ranveer had raised concerns about the storyline and character arc. They also claim that his association moved forward only after initial approvals. From his side, the compensation demand is being seen as unfair.
A meeting between both sides reportedly took place to resolve the issue. However, it ended without any resolution. As a result, uncertainty continues around Don 3. Reports suggest Excel Entertainment has slowed down pre-production, while some crew members have been asked to look for other work.
Don 3 Rs 40 Cr Dispute Sparks Strong Online Reactions
After reports of Farhan Akhtar allegedly demanding Rs 40 crore went viral, social media reacted sharply. Many users came out in support of Ranveer Singh and criticised the production house.
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Read some online user comments on Reddit below:
“Ranveer, put your foot down and ek paisa mat Dena iss Farhan ko.”
“Excel has had quite a few financially underperforming films in the last few years – they’re just pinning that blame on Ranveer singh after he left the ever-postponing Don 3, to maybe blackmail him to do their movie or extort some money in the name of contracts and losses.”
“Is Farhan trying to pressurise Ranveer into doing Don 3 or what. Cause if they really invested 40 crores, then they could continue with another actor too.”
“Kuch banana nahi h Farhan ko. He will jump to act in some other film shortly. He last directed a movie 15 years ago.”
“Ranveer Ek rupiya bhi mat dena iss washing machine ko.”
“This film was never going to be made. Now that Dhurandhar is a hit, Farhan is doing all this bullshit.”
“Ranveer left due to fees. Anyways don’t think he is going to pay a penny. Waste of time for Excel. Here for the drama, go on.”
“Zero pre-production is done for Don3 except for the announcement part, and there’s no finished script or any story. Dhurandhar ke baad thodi shanti aayi thi RS ke life me woh bhi chin rahe hai.”
Why Ranveer Singh Left The Film
Ranveer Singh reportedly exited Don 3 in late 2025 after long-standing creative disagreements. Sources say he asked for multiple changes to the script, while the makers claim pre-production began only after his initial approval.
Following his exit, Farhan Akhtar has reportedly put Don 3 on indefinite hold instead of recasting the lead. The filmmaker is said to have shifted focus to reviving his long-delayed project Jee Le Zaraa, with talks underway with the original cast.
