With casting drama continuing to dog 2025, the producer of Drishyam 3 has confirmed Akshaye Khanna is out and Pataal Lok’s Jaideep Ahlawat will take his place. The announcement follows days of speculation around a “toxic” exit, adding to a wider run of controversies tied to multiple big-budget films.
Akshaye Khanna’s success in Dhurandhar has brought major attention, but a new report says a Drishyam 3 producer may sue him. The allegation: an “unprofessional” exit from the franchise. The producer reportedly criticised his behaviour, saying success has “gone into his head,” raising fresh questions about the film’s next casting decisions.
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