The controversy surrounding Ranveer Singh has now become a major talking point in Bollywood circles. On Monday, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) imposed a ban on the actor and issued a non-cooperation directive following his sudden exit from Don 3.
According to FWICE, Ranveer Singh failed to respond to their invitations to appear in person and discuss the issue despite being called on three separate occasions. The organization took the decision after receiving complaints regarding the losses caused by his last-minute withdrawal from Farhan Akhtar’s directorial venture.
₹45 Crore Loss to Don 3 Production
Filmmaker and FWICE member Ashoke Pandit revealed that Ranveer Singh exited Don 3 just three weeks before the shoot was scheduled to begin. The sudden decision resulted in massive financial losses for the makers, as reported by The Week.
Director Farhan Akhtar and Excel Entertainment reportedly suffered losses of nearly ₹45 crore. Several technicians, cameramen, and crew members associated with the project were also affected, as the entire shoot setup and planning had already been completed.
The FWICE ban means that all members associated with the organization — including producers, crew workers, and technicians — will refrain from working with Ranveer Singh until the Don 3 dispute is officially resolved.
Ranveer Singh’s Response
Ranveer Singh initially responded to FWICE’s summons by stating that the organization is not the appropriate forum to address his concerns. Since the matter pertains to contracts, he indicated that he would take a legal route. His spokesperson later issued a statement expressing that the actor holds “deep respect” for the film fraternity.
Reports claiming that Ranveer Singh has been banned from Bollywood for three years are currently creating buzz on social media. However, an official detailed clarification regarding the duration of the ban is still awaited, and no credible source has confirmed the three-year timeline.