- The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has issued a “non-cooperation directive” against Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, representing over 500,000 film industry workers.
- The directive stems from Singh's abrupt withdrawal from the film Don 3, just three weeks before its scheduled overseas shoot, after significant pre-production expenses had been incurred.
- Excel Entertainment, the film's producer, is reportedly seeking Rs 450m (£3.49m) in damages from Singh for alleged losses due to his exit.
- Singh's representatives stated that he considers the matter a contractual dispute and believes FWICE is not the appropriate body to resolve it.
- Legal experts have criticised FWICE's directive, deeming it “illegal in more ways than one” and an “unlawful restraint of trade”, though the federation remains a respected industry authority.
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