Don 3 Controversy: Ranveer Singh Offered Rs 10 Crore To Farhan Akhtar, Gave Rs 25 Crore Discount Too? DEETS

Fresh details have emerged in the Ranveer Singh and Don 3 dispute, including a reported financial offer made months before the current row. A March proposal from Ranveer Singh's team to Excel Entertainment has now surfaced, even as a recent 'non-cooperation directive' by the Federation of Western India Cine Employees keeps the controversy active.

Speculation that Ranveer Singh had been banned spread after FWICE announced the directive at a press conference. Later, FWICE chief advisor clarified that the body does not possess the authority to ban any individual. The directive followed Excel Entertainment's complaint against Ranveer Singh over the collapse of Don 3, which was announced in 2023.

Financial offer in Ranveer Singh Don 3 dispute

According to Bollywood Hungama, Ranveer Singh's representatives tried to settle matters with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani in March. A source claimed the team proposed an immediate payment and a future discount on another project, aiming to address Excel's losses while preserving a possible working association beyond Don 3.

The source told the portal, "Ranveer's team offered to pay Rs. 10 crores upfront to Excel Entertainment. In addition, they also offered a discount of Rs. 25 crores on any other film that Excel may want to do with him outside of Don 3. The idea was to compensate Excel immediately while also keeping the professional relationship open for the future."

Offer Component	Details
Upfront payment	Rs. 10 crores to Excel Entertainment
Future discount	Rs. 25 crores on another film with Ranveer Singh

Producers' stance in Ranveer Singh Don 3 fallout

The same source said Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani declined the proposal and decided against further collaboration with Ranveer Singh. The producers reportedly believe the delays over almost two years, followed by Ranveer Singh's exit, harmed their finances and professional plans, so they insisted on immediate compensation instead.

The source further said, "Farhan and Ritesh were very clear that they did not want to work with Ranveer Singh after what they had gone through over the last two years. They felt that the delays, uncertainty and the eventual fallout had caused them serious financial and professional damage. Hence, they refused the offer. Their stand was that Excel should get upfront compensation."

Don 3 was officially announced in 2023, with Ranveer Singh and Kiara Advani leading the cast. The film, however, never went on floors. Reports suggested that production might begin this year, but Ranveer Singh reportedly left the project a few weeks before shooting was expected to start, triggering discontent at Excel Entertainment.

Following Ranveer Singh's departure, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani approached film industry bodies and lodged complaints against the actor. The dispute then reached FWICE, which responded by issuing the 'non-cooperation directive'. The move led to confusion in the industry, especially as some interpreted it as a direct ban, which FWICE later rejected.

After FWICE's step, Ranveer Singh's team released an official statement addressing the situation. The statement read, "Ranveer Singh holds the highest regard for the film fraternity and for everyone associated with the Don franchise. Throughout the recent developments surrounding Don 3, he has consciously chosen to maintain silence, believing that professional discussions and personal equations are best handled with dignity, maturity and mutual respect."

The statement further read, "While several narratives and speculations have surfaced over time, Ranveer has never considered it necessary to respond publicly or contribute to conjecture. His focus remains firmly on his work and the commitments ahead. He continues to hold deep respect and goodwill for all those involved and sincerely wishes the franchise continued success. Choosing restraint and grace in moments like these has always been a conscious decision on his part, and he will continue to maintain the same stance."

With Excel Entertainment firm on its position and Ranveer Singh maintaining public silence beyond the statement, the Don 3 project remains stalled. The dispute now involves industry bodies and formal complaints, while the financial proposal reported from March highlights how both sides attempted, but failed, to reach a settlement earlier.