Director Moves On Quickly After Fallout With Actor Friend

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A promising filmmaker is reportedly upset after his close collaborator—an actor he has worked with on multiple successful films—backed out of a project at the last minute.

The actor, who had initially shown enthusiasm for the script, later suggested several changes and eventually began delaying the project. Sensing hesitation, the director decided to scrap the plan altogether, leading to a strain in their friendship.

However, the filmmaker didn’t waste time dwelling on the setback. Within days, he reportedly approached another rising actor—considered a contemporary rival to his former collaborator—and locked him for a new project. It’s unclear whether the same script will be revived or a fresh idea will be developed, but the director is keen to move ahead quickly.

This development has also raised questions about the future of their successful franchise, which the duo had built together. While a third installment is still expected at some point, both seem to be focusing on separate projects for now.

For the time being, their professional relationship may be on pause—but not necessarily over.

Guess:

Director – Shashank Khaitan

Actor Friend – Varun Dhawan

New Actor – Kartik Aaryan

Franchise – Dulhania series