Ranveer Singh and Excel Entertainment are currently at odds following the former’s departure from Don 3. As per reports, the makers are seeking damages of Rs 40 crore from the actor, as a significant amount was invested during pre-production. As the dispute escalates, the Producers Guild of India (PGI) has stepped in to mediate, aiming to resolve the issue and prevent further tension. Now, actor Aamir Khan has also stepped in to play peacemaker between the two parties.
Aamir Khan mediates in Ranveer Singh and Excel Entertainment row
Just a few days ago, prominent industry figures and studio heads were seen leaving Aamir’s Mumbai residence. Among them were producers Karan Johar (Dharma Productions), Sajid Nadiadwala (Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment), Ektaa Kapoor (Joint MD, Balaji Telefilms), Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani (Excel Entertainment), Zoya Akhtar (Tiger Baby Films), and Punit Goenka (MD and CEO, Zee Entertainment).
As per a report, Aamir Khan has become a mediator between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar over the Don 3 controversy. A well-informed source told HT City that one of the meetings was indeed to resolve an ongoing issue between a big star and Excel Entertainment. “Aamir is trying to resolve the issues between Ranveer Singh and Excel Entertainment. The two have had some unresolved issues, which have caught attention. The meetings at his place are for the same,” shared the source with the portal.
About the issue
Talking about the issue, a report in Variety India stated that the disagreement has turned into a Rs 40 crore deadlock, with the studio allegedly seeking compensation for losses incurred during pre-production. As per reports, Ranveer claims he left the project because he was unhappy with the script. He later alleged that Farhan wanted to bring Hrithik on board; however, Dhurandhar’s success changed his mind.
A few days ago, Hrithik vehemently dismissed the claims and clarified that he was never approached for Don 3. He told Variety India, “What started off as just a rumour has now taken a life of its own, and it’s important to set the record straight. I would like to categorically clarify that I was never approached for Don 3 at any given time. I request the media to steer clear of any such unverified reports.”
