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Actor Ranveer Singh has legally challenged the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (fwice) after they issued a non-cooperation directive following his reported exit from 'Don 3'. Singh argues fwice lacks jurisdiction over contractual matters. The dispute, which has caused significant financial implications for producers, has also seen a veteran producer filing a petition against fwice's authority. Read on to know more in detail.

Ex IMPPA President TP Aggarwal slammed fwice's non-cooperative directive against Ranveer Singh as "hooliganism", saying other cine bodies including CINTAA were never consulted. He has filed a petition in Bombay Civil Court. Meanwhile, Ranveer, fresh off blockbusters 'Dhurandhar' and 'Dhurandhar: The Revenge', has chosen to maintain silence in the matter.

fwice withdrew its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh after a legal notice. The federation's Chief Advisor, Ashoke Pandit, then demanded a public apology from Ram Gopal Varma for his critical remarks and alleged outstanding payments owed by the filmmaker to technicians since 2017.

fwice has withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh with immediate effect, following intervention by IMPPA, Producers Guild, and CINTAA. The rollback came after Ranveer served a legal notice to the body. The controversy stemmed from his exit from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 over creative differences and production delays.

Days after filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma criticised fwice’s non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh and questioned the Federation's authority in a lengthy post on X, fwice has responded. Ashoke Pandit said Varma owes more than Rs 1.25 crore to technicians and workers associated with his film Officer and claimed the matter has remained unresolved since 2017. According to Pandit, Varma had acknowledged the dues in writing in 2019 and sought time until March 4 that year to clear them. Pandit also objected to the language used against the Federation and urged the filmmaker to settle the pending payments.

Veteran producer T P Aggarwal has approached the Bombay Civil Court against fwice and IMPPA, challenging their authority to issue non-cooperation directives after a similar order against Ranveer Singh. He cited a CCI ruling, raised concerns over artists’ livelihoods, and said he had planned to work with Ranveer Singh. Aggarwal confirmed he has not spoken to the actor and said fwice did not contact him after the court move.

Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma has publicly supported Ranveer Singh amidst the 'Don 3' controversy, criticizing the fwice's non-cooperation directive. Varma argued that the fwice lacks authority and that stars like Singh are crucial to the industry's existence and employment, not the federation.

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (fwice) is pushing for industry-wide action against actors exiting committed projects, citing the 'Don 3' dispute. fwice has urged major producer bodies to collaborate on a Standard Operating Procedure to prevent financial losses and protect the livelihoods of film professionals. This move aims to ensure greater accountability and discipline within the industry.

The Producers Guild of India is mediating the 'Don 3' dispute between Ranveer Singh and Excel Entertainment after fwice withdrew its non-cooperation directive. The Guild aims for an amicable resolution and clearer industry protocols. Excel Entertainment has cleared pending payments despite reported losses, signaling a potential shift in Bollywood's professional agreements. Read on to know more in detail.

Mika Singh has taken on the role of peacemaker in the conflict surrounding 'Don 3', involving a clash between Ranveer Singh and fwice. With the federation imposing a non-cooperation measure against Ranveer due to supposed pre-production financial missteps, Mika, well-acquainted with fwice dynamics, is set to advocate for Ranveer’s integrity in a bid to restore harmony. Read on to know more in detail.

The dispute over 'Don 3' involving Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar continues, with fwice's ban on Akhtar now revoked. Ashoke Pandit criticized industry reactions, including Kangana Ranaut's, for lacking full facts. fwice clarifies its stance targets professional commitments, not Ranveer personally, emphasizing accountability for producers and workers.

Ranveer Singh faces a production halt as the fwice issued a non-cooperation directive after his 'Don 3' exit. This impacts upcoming films like 'Pralay' and 'Chandragupta Maurya', potentially affecting hundreds of daily wage workers. Producers are considering legal action, citing anti-competitive practices, while fwice insists the directive is effective. Read on to know more in detail.

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta publicly questioned fwice's decision to ban Ranveer Singh over his 'Don 3' exit, arguing the ban ultimately deprives 300 workers of their livelihood. fwice issued the directive after Farhan Akhtar claimed Ranveer's sudden departure caused losses of Rs 45 crore during the film's pre-production stage.

fwice issued a non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh over his exit from 'Don 3', after he failed to respond to three formal notices. Ranveer's spokesperson said he chose to maintain silence with dignity. fwice President BN Tiwari declared that no one, not even a superstar, is above industry rules.

fwice withdrew its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh over his Don 3 exit, following a legal notice by the actor. CINTAA's Upasana Singh backed Ranveer, crediting Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge for reviving the struggling industry, adding that his success benefits every crew member working behind the scenes.

Film editor Shweta Venkat slammed fwice for banning Ranveer Singh over the 'Don 3' dispute while ignoring 242 editors' grievances for three years. Calling the ban "cute," she questioned the federation's selective efficiency. Ranveer's spokesperson meanwhile maintained that the actor chose silence out of "dignity, maturity and mutual respect."

A dispute over 'Don 3' sees fwice president BN Tiwari and CINTAA president Poonam Dhillon exchanging views. Tiwari sought Dhillon's mediation, while she expressed surprise at fwice's stance, emphasizing CINTAA wasn't consulted. fwice clarifies it's not a ban, but seeks Ranveer Singh's explanation.

The dispute between Ranveer Singh and the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (fwice) appears to be softening, with the federation confirming that it will respond to the legal notice sent by the actor's team while continuing efforts to resolve the matter amicably. Addressing the legal notice received from Ranveer's representatives, fwice president BN Tiwari said the federation would handle the matter through proper legal procedures.

Bollywood star Ranveer Singh made his first public appearance after fwice issued a Non-Cooperation Directive against him over his reported exit from 'Don 3'. The filmmakers allege Rs 45 crore loss due to his last-minute departure. Singh, maintaining silence, stated the issues are contractual and require legal adjudication, while fwice remains open to an amicable resolution.

Ranveer Singh's withdrawal from 'Don 3' ignites discussions as an archived clip from 'Koffee With Karan' comes to light. Meanwhile, Shobhaa De voices her concerns over fwice's non-cooperation stance, even as the federation insists it's not a banning measure. As the controversy unfolds, Singh maintains silence, with his representative affirming their respect for the iconic film franchise.