4 Lakh Film Workers Boycott Ranveer Singh?

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh is facing one of the biggest controversies of his career after the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) announced a non-cooperation directive against him following his reported exit from Don 3 just weeks before shooting.

FWICE, which represents more than four lakh film workers across India through 32 affiliated unions, has instructed its members not to work with the actor until the dispute is resolved. The action comes after producers Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani allegedly complained about heavy financial losses suffered by their banner, Excel Entertainment.

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According to reports, Excel Entertainment has claimed audited pre-production losses of nearly Rs 45 crore after Ranveer Singh’s sudden withdrawal from the project. FWICE leaders said the move was necessary to protect producers and workers from last-minute disruptions that can severely impact film schedules and livelihoods.

FWICE Chief Advisor Ashoke Pandit reportedly stated that “no superstar is bigger than the industry,” adding that technicians, spot boys, vanity van suppliers and other workers affiliated with the federation would not collaborate with Ranveer Singh until he personally addresses the matter.

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Ranveer Singh, who was announced as the new lead of Don 3 in 2023 after replacing Shah Rukh Khan, has not publicly responded to the boycott reports. However, sources claim the actor’s team has conveyed respect for the franchise and wished the makers success.

The development has raised questions over the future of Don 3 as well as Ranveer Singh’s upcoming films and brand endorsements. Meanwhile, reports also suggest the actor may headline a new adaptation of The Immortals of Meluha, where he is expected to play Lord Shiva.