Don 3’s ₹40 Crore Row: Ranveer Singh Offered ‘Goodwill’ Payment, Farhan Akhtar Reportedly Declined; Legal Options Advised

A fresh controversy has emerged around the much-anticipated third instalment of the Don franchise, with reports claiming a financial dispute of nearly ₹40 crore between actor Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar.

₹40 Crore Dispute Surfaces

Reports suggest that the disagreement centres on a substantial financial outlay allegedly linked to pre-production, marketing alignments, and scheduling arrangements. While the exact breakdown remains unclear, insiders claim the figure being discussed is around ₹40 crore.

Sources indicate that Ranveer Singh offered to pay a certain amount as a “gesture of goodwill” to smooth over the situation and avoid escalation. However, Farhan Akhtar reportedly did not agree to the proposed settlement terms.

Talks Continued Until Last Minute

The report further states that discussions between the actor and filmmaker continued almost until the release of Dhurandhar. It was only after the film’s theatrical debut that Ranveer chose to step away from Don 3, citing creative and scheduling concerns.

This sudden development is said to have left the production team scrambling, as preparations for the high-profile action franchise were already underway.

Legal Recourse on the Table

With negotiations failing to reach common ground, legal consultation has reportedly been advised. Industry observers suggest that if contractual clauses regarding commitment or compensation exist, the matter could escalate into a formal legal dispute.

Neither Ranveer Singh nor Farhan Akhtar has issued an official public statement addressing the alleged ₹40 crore row so far.

Future of Don 3

The uncertainty has raised questions about the future of the iconic franchise, originally fronted by Amitabh Bachchan and later rebooted with Shah Rukh Khan in the 2006 and 2011 versions directed by Farhan Akhtar.

As speculation grows, fans are awaiting clarity on whether the project will move forward with a new lead or undergo further delays.

For now, the reported financial disagreement has cast a shadow over one of Bollywood’s most anticipated sequels, with the industry closely watching how the situation unfolds.