Farhan Akhtar announced a comeback as a director with 'Don 3' nearly two years ago, replacing Shah Rukh Khan with Ranveer Singh in the lead role. The announcement generated substantial excitement among fans of the iconic action franchise, but also brought a wave of online criticism and trolling aimed at the entire team, reflecting a persistent skepticism from the public regarding the project. The excitement of the fan base transformed into challenges, making it seem like the project was embroiled in a fierce battle against negativity and doubts.

Over the last two years, this initial turbulence has reportedly escalated into a serious internal dispute. According to industry reports, following the immense success of Ranveer's film 'Dhuraandhar', he has decided to step back from 'Don 3', which has subsequently come to a complete standstill. The recent developments have prompted media outlets to indicate that Farhan Akhtar is demanding a compensation of 40 crores from Ranveer for abandoning the project just months before filming was scheduled to begin. This unexpected turn of events has raised questions about the project’s future and the implications for both actors involved.

This situation highlights the ongoing tension in Bollywood where the pressure of fan expectations and box office potential can significantly alter the course of major film projects. As the drama continues, it remains to be seen how this will impact both Farhan Akhtar’s directorial ambitions and Ranveer Singh’s career trajectory within the action genre, as fans and critics alike eagerly await further updates on the future of the 'Don' franchise.