Overview
- The wave of reports traces back to an X account called Bollywood Machine and has not been confirmed by the actor or the filmmakers.
- Coverage links the alleged break to a post-Dhurandhar fee renegotiation and requests to alter his on-screen look for the new film.
- A newer Bollywood Hungama report claims Khanna sought about Rs 21 crore and suggested wearing a wig, details the makers were reluctant to accept.
- Rediff reports producers offered a raise and quotes a source saying he may be wary of more grey or villainous roles, though this remains a single-source claim.
- Drishyam 3, directed by Abhishek Pathak with Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran and Rajat Kapoor, is announced for an October 2, 2026 Hindi release.