Ranveer Singh Faces FWICE Ban Amid Exit from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3, Here’s an Inside Scoop of the Legal Matter

Dhurandhar fame Ranveer Singh is currently making headlines, as on Monday, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) took serious cognizance after the Indian Film & Television Directors’ Association (IFTDA) raised a complaint concerning his alleged last-minute withdrawal from Farhan Akhtar’s Don 3. 

According to reports, it has been three years since the making of Don 3. However, the crew has yet to begin shooting. Amidst the controversy, the producers claim that more than Rs 45 crore had already been spent in the pre-production phase. Now the question is, will he ever get to work again in Bollywood? Let’s find out!

What is FWICE? Inside Bollywood’s Powerful Film Body

FWICE stands for the Federation of Western India Cine Employees. It is the apex body and the largest trade union representing workers and technicians in the Indian film and television industry. Established in 1958, the body is headquartered in Mumbai. Its members comprise editors, spot boys, junior artists,  writers, dancers, makeup artists, stunt performers, costume staff, lightmen, cameramen, directors’ assistants, and other behind-the-scenes workers.

FWICE firmly believes that the entire film industry functions as one extended family, where every individual associated with different crafts and departments contributes collectively towards the successful creation of a project. On Monday, Ashoke Pandit, the Chief Advisor of the Federation of Western India Cine Employees, announced a ban on Ranveer Singh. Here’s what’s cooking.

The Beginning of Ranveer Singh’s Ban by Film Body, FWICE

On April 11, 2026, Farhan Akhtar raised a complaint in front of IFTA, which refers to the Independent Film and Television Alliance. Following the issue, the matter was officially referred to FWICE for further course of action and appropriate intervention. Along with Farhan Akhtar and the producer of the film, FWICE convened meetings to hear the matter from all concerned parties while standing true to the principles of fairness, transparency, and natural justice.

During the proceedings, Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani informed the body that they have already incurred approximately Rs. 45 crores towards the pre-production of the film. The sudden exit of the lead actor at an advanced stage would incur severe financial losses to the producer and adversely affect the overall execution of the project.

Farhan Akhtar blocked and committed his professional schedule, considering the magnitude and scale of the film, especially with a prominent star attached to it. Ranveer’s abrupt exit from the committed project is highly unacceptable, contrary to industry ethics, and against longstanding professional norms followed within the film fraternity. 

FWICE’s Response to Farhan Akhtar’s Complaint

For a comprehensive examination, FWICE requested Ranveer Singh to personally appear before the Federation and present his version of events. The matter would then be analysed for a fair and balanced resolution. The first reminder, dated April 22, 2026, the second on April 30, and the third on May 13 were issued by the body.

Ranveer Singh’s Statement to FWICE

The 40-year-old actor stated that FWICE was an inappropriate forum for the complainants to raise their grievances. He further stated that the issues raised were contractual in nature and would require adjudication before the appropriate legal forum. 

Considering the conduct displayed towards the Federation and the stakeholders associated with the film, the office bearers of FWICE issued a Non-Cooperation Directive (NCD) against Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge star. Meanwhile, FWICE remained open to the meeting with Ranveer Singh to hear his side of the matter, taking the issue forward and finding a final resolution in the interest of both parties.

Nonetheless, FWICE believes that sudden exits from projects by established actors at a crucial phase of production may pose a serious threat to the stability and working ecology of the entertainment industry. Hence, it appeals to all producers, producers’ associations, and industry bodies to stand united with the Federation in discouraging and eliminating such unprofessional practices in the larger interest of the Indian film and television industry and all its stakeholders.