Farhan Akhtar discusses the "many rejections" he faced when casting his film "Dil Chahta Hai," specifically mentioning that Hrithik Roshan and Abhishek Bachchan initially turned down roles.

Farhan Akhtar's film 'Dil Chahta Hai' is lauded for presenting three flawed yet evolving male characters, notably avoiding traditional masculine stereotypes.

Actor Farhan Akhtar has clarified his involvement, or lack thereof, in Aamir Khan's film 'Lalkaara', stating he was never part of the project to begin with.

Comedian Tanmay Bhat has taken a dig at actor Varun Dhawan amidst the ongoing controversy surrounding the 'Don 3' film, which involves Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar.

Actor Ranveer Singh reportedly tried to mend his relationship with filmmaker Farhan Akhtar and his family following his exit from the film 'Don 3,' but his attempts were refused.

Actor Ranveer Singh has been banned by a film workers' body following a dispute over his exit from the film 'Don 3,' with producer Farhan Akhtar reportedly demanding Rs 45 crore in damages. Singh has since responded to the controversy, addressing the narratives that have emerged.

Farhan Akhtar provided an update on the Bollywood film 'Jee Le Zara' starring Alia Bhatt, Katrina Kaif, and Priyanka Chopra, indicating that its production is facing difficulties.

Actor Ranveer Singh is reportedly returning his Rs 10 crore signing amount and offering a stake in his upcoming film 'Pralay' to resolve a dispute with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani regarding 'Don 3'.

Actress Kritika Kamra and television host Gaurav Kapur are celebrating their wedding in Mumbai with a private ceremony. Close friends and family, including celebrities like Farhan Akhtar, Zaheer Khan, and Sagarika Ghatke, were seen arriving to bless the couple. The intimate celebrations are a departure from a grand affair, focusing on close connections.

The Manipuri film, backed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, won the Best Children and Family Film award at BAFTA 2026

The film directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, is an emotional drama backed by Farhan Akhtar.

Actor and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar revealed his thoughts on altering the climax of his iconic film 'Dil Chahta Hai,' suggesting that Akshaye Khanna's character should have ended up alone.

Indian production house Excel Entertainment, co-founded by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by launching 'Excel Origins,' an initiative to discover and support filmmakers under 30.

Actors Salman Khan and Farhan Akhtar are reportedly in discussions for their first-ever collaboration on a grand period drama, marking a significant potential project.

Veteran producer and former CBFC Chief Pahlaj Nihalani passed away at 76 due to liver cirrhosis, with his funeral attended by several industry colleagues including Saif Ali Khan and Farhan Akhtar.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan is reportedly acting as a peacemaker in a brewing dispute between Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar over the film 'Don 3.' The disagreement stems from creative differences, and Khan is urging an amicable resolution.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh has reportedly been banned by a film workers' body following a dispute with Farhan Akhtar over his exit from the film 'Don 3'.

Farhan Akhtar spoke about the 'messy' situation surrounding the film 'Don 3' involving Ranveer Singh, suggesting he might return to acting.

Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh was seen celebrating the success of his film 'Dhurandhar' by dancing to a song by Farhan Akhtar. This celebration comes amidst ongoing discussions and controversy surrounding the upcoming film 'Don 3', in which Singh is set to star.

Chalamet and partner Kylie Jenner are among the stars attending the star-studded ceremony in London.

Farhan Akhtar has reportedly criticized Ranveer Singh's departure from the film "Don 3," suggesting it's part of a recurring pattern.

Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment, along with AA Films, have joined the Malayalam vampire action thriller 'Half.' The film, from Fragrant Nature Film Creations, is a Toronto Midnight Madness selection and will be presented and distributed by Excel Entertainment in Hindi.

Amid discussions surrounding 'Don 3', actor Saif Ali Khan expressed his admiration for Farhan Akhtar, stating that Akhtar 'was born to direct'.

Ranveer Singh's team sent a legal notice to a film body, which the body's president claims was misguided, amidst reports of Singh's exit from 'Don 3' due to script and budget disputes. The film body had previously revoked a reported 'ban' on Singh, stating it was unrelated to his legal notice, while the Producers Guild supported Farhan Akhtar and cautioned against last-minute exits.

Bollywood personalities are discussing the alleged 'ban' on Ranveer Singh, with some calling it a conspiracy against other industry figures. The situation has also sparked a broader conversation about how Bollywood handles actor exits and contractual obligations.

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) is set to make a decision on May 25 regarding a dispute between actors Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar concerning the film 'Don 3'.

The dispute surrounding Ranveer Singh and Farhan Akhtar's film Don 3 remains unresolved, with Excel Entertainment reportedly having no stake in the project Pralay.

Farhan Akhtar to portray Ravi Shankar in Sam Mendes’ ‘The Beatles’ films  The Daily Star

A financial dispute has emerged concerning the film 'Don 3', with Ranveer Singh reportedly agreeing to pay a sum as a goodwill gesture, while Farhan Akhtar has not agreed, leading to advice for legal recourse.

The film 'Boong', backed by Farhan Akhtar, has been awarded the Best Children’s & Family Film prize at the BAFTA 2026 awards ceremony.