Ritesh Sidhwani

Amidst swirling rumors, Excel Entertainment has officially refuted claims of a settlement regarding Ranveer Singh’s departure from 'Don 3'. Sources close to the matter suggest that discussions are still underway, with no agreement in sight. The conflict reportedly involves creative differences pertaining to the script and management strategies, compounded by financial disputes from both parties. Read on to know more in detail.

Hold onto your seats, 'Madgaon Express' enthusiasts! Divyenndu has confirmed a sequel is officially happening, thanks to the talented Kunal Kemmu penning the next chapter. The storyline hints at a raucous bachelor party in Las Vegas, promising even more outrageous fun than the beloved Goa storyline. Given the original's massive success, this sequel is set to be an unforgettable ride! Read on to know more.

Sunny Deol stars in Excel Entertainment's new film with Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. Jyotika plays a key role. It's an action thriller directed by debutant Balaji Ganesh, co-directed previously for A.R. Murugadoss. Sunny also gears up for Gabru, Lahore 1947 (Aug 2026, Aamir Khan prod., star cast), and Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana.

Ranveer Singh is reportedly returning his Rs 10 crore signing amount and offering a stake in his upcoming film, 'Pralay', to settle the 'Don 3' dispute with Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani. The fallout began after Singh's exit from the project due to script dissatisfaction. The Producers Guild of India reportedly mediated the disagreement.

Ranveer Singh's career is booming with 'Dhurandhar 2' success and impending fatherhood. However, reports of a resolved 'Don 3' dispute with Excel Entertainment have been denied, with negotiations still ongoing. Claims of Excel's involvement in Ranveer's upcoming film 'Pralay' have also been dismissed.

Sunny Deol is thrilled to be juggling several exciting projects. He is currently in the final stages of an action-packed thriller, portraying a fierce cop who takes on the menacing Vijay Varma in the role of the antagonist. After that, he will transform into the mighty Hanuman for Nitesh Tiwari's much-anticipated 'Ramayana: Part 2' by the end of April.

Sunny Deol is set to join Ranbir Kapoor on the sets of Nitesh Tiwari's 'Ramayana: Part 2' in April, aiming to complete his portions as Hanuman by month's end. Before this, Deol is wrapping up a month-long shoot for an untitled action film where he plays a cop.

In a delightful surprise for fans, Mirzapur's latest flick promises an extravagant dance extravaganza inspired by the iconic 'Mehbooba Mehbooba' from Sholay. Leading the charge is the charismatic Sonal Chauhan, with Pankaj Tripathi's formidable Kaleen Bhaiyya and other ensemble members joining in the fun.

Ritesh Sidhwani praised the BAFTA victory of the Manipuri film 'Boong' as a landmark achievement for Indian cinema, noting that it is the first Indian film ever to win the Best Children's and Family Film award.

The ongoing Don 3 fallout between Ranveer Singh and filmmaker-producer Farhan Akhtar has now reached a crucial juncture, with the issue reportedly discussed at a closed-door industry meeting attended by some of Bollywood’s most influential names.

Tensions are rising in Bollywood as a major clash unfolds between Farhan Akhtar’s production team and Ranveer Singh over the much-anticipated film 'Don 3'. Reports indicate that the Producers Guild is stepping in to mediate, following a hefty Rs 40 crore compensation claim from the production side after Singh's departure, attributed to creative disagreements.

While the entire world is celebrating Christmas, Ritesh Sidhwani too threw a Christmas bash for close friends and family at his residence. The filmmaker also attended the Christmas bash of socialite Anu Dewan.

Manipuri film 'Boong' has achieved a historic win at the BAFTA Awards 2026, securing the Best Children’s and Family Film award. Produced under Farhan Akhtar's banner, the film's success has drawn congratulations from Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the entire production team, highlighting India's rich creative talent and the vibrant spirit of Manipur.

Sunny Deol's new film with Jyotika, directed by Balaji Ganesh, commenced shooting on February 27, 2026. Meanwhile, his film 'Gabru', a project close to his heart, is set for a May 8 release. This film, featuring Simran and Prit Kamani, explores themes of courage and resilience, with music by Mithoon.

Vijay Varma has sparked curiosity among fans with an enigmatic teaser about his upcoming project under the esteemed banner of Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar. After the triumphs of 'Gully Boy', 'Mirzapur', and 'Dahaad', this latest hint suggests yet another fascinating, character-centric tale on the horizon. Fans are buzzing with anticipation for more revelations about this intriguing collaboration.

Producer Ritesh Sidhwani has revealed that his Facebook account has been hacked and some random messages were sent from his social networking page.

Producer Ritesh Sidhwani's mother passed away this Friday evening. She was admitted to Hinduja Hospital, where she breathed her last. Ritesh Sidhwani and his family members, including Farhan Akhtar and his wife Shibani Dandekar, were among the first to visit the hospital. Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar, filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra, and actors Chunky Panday, Malaika Arora, and her sister Amrita Arora were also seen arriving to offer their condolences.

Filmmaker Ritesh Sidhwani today took to his Instagram handle to share a special video of people dancing on the song 'Koi Kahe' from the film 'Dil Chahta Hai' at the Wagah border.

Aamir Khan reportedly eyed mediating Farhan Akhtar-Ranveer Singh Don 3 clash, but he flatly denied involvement per Bollywood Hungama. Producers Guild plans talks amid Rs 40 crore compensation demand post-Singh's script-related exit. Top producers like Karan Johar visited Aamir's home.

Kangana Ranaut congratulated director Lakshmipriya Devi after her Manipuri film Boong, produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, won Best Children’s & Family Film at the 79th BAFTA Awards. Kangana praised Devi on Instagram, recalling their bond, while Anurag Kashyap and Karan Johar also celebrated her inspiring win for Northeast cinema.

Manipuri film 'Boong' has etched its name in history by winning at the BAFTA Awards, marking a first for Indian cinema. This significant achievement, backed by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, celebrates regional Indian storytelling on a global platform.

Salman Khan's 'Sultan' and Shah Rukh Khan's 'Raees' are heading for a box office clash as both the movies will release on Eid this year.

Ritesh Sidhwani, who is currently enjoying the success of 'Phone Bhoot', recently took a trip down memory lane as he shared a messy inked shirt from his school days.

Indian cinema shines as Manipuri film 'Boong' triumphed at the BAFTA Awards, securing Best Children’s & Family Film. Directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, this coming-of-age story, produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, captivated audiences with its portrayal of a young boy's struggle against racial tensions and family division on the Manipur border.

Aamir Khan, Kiara Advani, Sidharth Malhotra, Ranveer Singh, Ananya Panday, Karisma Kapoor, Karan Johar, Manish Malhotra, Siddhant Chaturvedi, Navya Naveli Nanda among other celebs were seen arriving for Ritesh Sidhwani's 50th birthday bash.

After having produced blockbusters like "Rock On!!", "Don" and of course the cult movie "Dil Chahta Hai", you may well see Ritesh Sidhwani acting in films as well.

After having produced blockbusters like “Rock On!!”, “Don” and “Dil Chahta Hai”, Ritesh Sidhwani wants to go back to school and perfect the art of filmmaking.

Mahira Khan, who is going to debut with Shah Rukh Khan in the movie 'Raees' will continue shooting for the movie despite the ban on Pakistani artistes.

Taking a break from the jam packed schedule, Ritesh took a break to spend some quality time with family.