Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar franchise has become one of the biggest success stories in Indian cinema. After the massive performance of the first two films, fans have been eagerly waiting for an official announcement on Dhurandhar 3. However, the latest controversy surrounding the project has now created a storm online.
Self-proclaimed critic Kamaal R Khan (KRK) has made explosive claims about alleged behind-the-scenes tensions involving producer Jyoti Deshpande.
KRK Says Ranveer Singh And Aditya Dhar Didn’t Get Support From Jyoti Deshpande
In a post shared on X, KRK claimed that Dhurandhar 3 may never happen due to unresolved issues between Ranveer Singh, Aditya Dhar, and producer Jyoti Deshpande.
According to KRK, Jyoti Deshpande allegedly called both Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar “fools” and refused to complete the project at one stage. He further claimed that the actor-director duo had to invest their own money to finish the film.
KRK also alleged that the producer chose not to actively promote the film as she reportedly lacked confidence in its success. He further claimed that OTT rights were sold to Netflix India before release, based on similar concerns about box office performance.
Adding to his claims, KRK stated that Ranveer Singh is now reportedly demanding Rs 100 crore for Dhurandhar 3, while Aditya Dhar is asking for Rs 75 crore. He suggested that such high fee demands could make the next instalment difficult to move forward.
Despite these viral claims, official sources and industry reports present a different picture. Jio Studios has strongly backed the Dhurandhar franchise, including both Dhurandhar (2025) and Dhurandhar 2 The Revenge (2026), which together reportedly crossed Rs 3,000 crore globally.
The production house has denied any claims of funding issues or withdrawal of support. Instead, the studio continues to stand firmly behind Ranveer Singh and Aditya Dhar’s vision for the spy universe.
Recently, producer Jyoti Deshpande addressed speculation around the franchise’s future. She hinted that the team is far from finished with Dhurandhar and teased a bigger announcement ahead.
Inside The Success Of Dhurandhar Franchise
Directed by Aditya Dhar, the Dhurandhar franchise has redefined the Indian spy thriller genre. The films follow intense espionage missions across South Asia, blending action, patriotism, and high-stakes drama.
Led by Ranveer Singh, the franchise also features a strong ensemble cast including Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna and others.
From its gripping storyline to large-scale action sequences, the franchise has delivered massive box office numbers. The first film earned over Rs 1,300 crore globally, while Dhurandhar 2 surpassed expectations with Rs 1,788 crore worldwide, making it one of the highest-grossing Indian film franchises ever.
