Amid ‘Dhurandhar’ Phenomenon, Akshaye Khanna WALKS OUT of ‘Ajay Devgn’s ’Drishyam 3’ Over Remuneration Differences? Here’s What We Know
Akshaye Khanna is enjoying a strong comeback at the big screens, thanks to his power-packed performance in Aditya Dhar's 'Dhurandhar'. Amid his renewed demand, the actor has reportedly revised his remuneration and the fee hike might have affected one of his upcoming films 'Drishyam 3'. As per reports, Khanna has now decided to quit the project.
Akshaye Khanna as the ruthless Rehman Dakait in Aditya Dhar's latest directorial, Dhurandhar, was a spectacle. The actor's intense acting in the spy action film and the iconic "Fa9la" entry scene gathered a lot of applause. Currently in the best phase of his career, fans are eagerly awaiting his upcoming projects. However, in a shocking development, it is now being reported that Akshaye Khanna has walked out of Drishyam 3. ‘Don 3’: Did Ranveer Singh Strategically EXIT Farshan Akhtar’s Upcoming Spy Film Amid Massive Blockbuster Success of ‘Dhurandhar’? Here’s What We Know.
Akshaye Khanna Exits ‘Drishyam 3’?
Akshaye Khanna, who joined the second instalment of Ajay Devgn's popular Drishyam franchise, has reportedly quit the upcoming instalment amid the blockbuster success of his latest release, Dhurandhar. The actor was supposed to reprise his role as IG Tarun Ahlawat. His decision comes just a day after the makers of Drishyam 3 announced its release date.
According to a report in Bollywood Machine, Akshaye Khanna walked out of the film due to creative differences and disagreement over his remuneration. According to the report, the actor asked for a significant hike in his fee after the success of Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar and also demanded changes to his on-screen look. As of now, there is no official confirmation regarding his exit, and the final negotiations are still ongoing.
About ‘Drishyam 3’
Drishyam 3, the final chapter in the Drishyam franchise, is coming to the theatres on October 2, 2026. Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar and is joined by Shriya Saran, Tabu, Akshaye Khanna and others. The crime thriller directed by Abhishek Pathak is adapted from the original story by Jeethu Joseph. While Hindi fans are gearing up for the finale, a Malayalam Drishyam 3 starring Mollywood superstar Mohanlal is also in production and aiming for a late 2026 release. ‘Drishyam 3’ Release Date Out! Ajay Devgn’s Vijay Salgaonkar Returns for Final Chapter of the Hit Crime Thriller Franchise With Unexpected Twists on THIS Date (Watch Video).
About ‘Dhurandhar 2’
Aditya Dhar's Dhurandhar starring Ranveer Singh, Akshaye Khanna, Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun released on December 5 and quickly became India's biggest blockbuster of the year. Dhurandhar 2 lands in the theatres in March 2026.
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