Updated On: 24 December, 2025 09:23 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Akshaye Khanna has reportedly walked out of Drishyam 3 due to creative and remuneration differences after the success of Dhurandhar. The news comes days after makers dropped announcement and release date

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Akshaye Khanna is currently basking in the success of his recent release Dhurandhar. His role as Rehman Dakait has wooed audiences and even got them grooving to Flipperachi’s FA9LA. The actor has several projects in his kitty, including Drishyam 3. However, reports are rife that he has walked out of Ajay Devgn’s thriller over creative and remuneration differences.
According to a report by Bollywood Machine, the actor has walked out of the much-anticipated sequel due to a combination of monetary and creative differences with the makers. Akshaye demanded a substantial hike in his remuneration following the phenomenal box-office performance of Dhurandhar. In addition to the financial aspect, the actor also allegedly sought significant changes to his on-screen look for Drishyam 3. These demands are said to have led to disagreements, eventually prompting him to step away from the project.