Before Ranveer Singh, These 5 Bollywood Stars Walked Out Of Big Films

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Don 3 controversy, which led to the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) issuing a non-cooperation directive against Ranveer Singh, has sparked debate in Bollywood once again. While the industry has come together in support of filmmaker Farhan Akhtar, fans of the Dhurandhar star are showing solidarity online. Amid reports of a "ban", FWICE's Chief Advisor Ashoke Pandit has clarified that the term is incorrect. Amid reactions from fans and celebrities to the latest development, here's a look back at some of the most talked-about exits of Bollywood stars.

5 Bollywood Stars Who Quit Big Projects

From Shah Rukh Khan to Aishwarya Rai Bachchan to Kartik Aaryan, several actors have left projects midway and sometimes even before production began. Check out the list below to know more!Shah Rukh Khan: The Badshah of Bollywood is known for being quite selective with the projects he chooses to undertake. But, not many know that Rajinikanth's iconic 2010 sci-fi film Robot was initially supposed to star SRK. Yes, you read that right! Can you imagine him as the much-loved Chitti and Dr Vaseegaran? The superstar was in talks with the makers and everything was going smoothly until King Khan and Shankar reportedly had a fallout over creative differences. Reportedly, the script and working styles of the actor and director did not align.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan: Before Kareena Kapoor aka Bebo reminded the world that "Main Heroine Hoon" with Madhur Bhandarkar's Heroine, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was set to play the lead role. However, she decided to step away from the project due to her pregnancy. Reports state that some sequences had already been filmed and the makers had to restart the project with Bebo. Ultimately, it became one of the most memorable films in her filmography and is still remembered for her performance.Priyanka Chopra Jonas: The Desi Girl, who has been busy juggling Hollywood and Indian projects, had come on board for Salman Khan's Bharat. However, days before the shoot was about to begin, she walked out of the project due to personal commitments. Apparently, she wanted to focus on the biggest day of her life - her wedding to singer Nick Jonas - and needed time for the preparations. Eventually, Katrina Kaif played the role. However, Salman's public dig at PeeCee had created a lot of chatter back then. He had revealed that it was PeeCee who had called his sister Arpita to be cast in the film, but later decided to leave the project to get married. What allegedly ruffled feathers was that she informed the team just five days before the schedule. At a press conference, Salman had revealed that they were even willing to push the schedule by a few days, but she did not want to be a part of the project.

Salman Khan: When reports of Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Salman Khan collaborating for Inshallah surfaced online, fans simply could not keep calm. They were sure it would be a visual spectacle with Bhansali's signature larger-than-life appeal. Actress Alia Bhatt was supposed to star in the film as well. However, the project was shelved indefinitely after Salman reportedly walked out due to creative differences with the Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam director.Kartik Aaryan: Karan Johar had left the internet excited after announcing a sequel to his much-loved film Dostana. Kartik Aaryan, Lakshya, and Janhvi Kapoor were set to play the lead roles and filming was expected to begin soon. However, amid the buzz, Dharma Productions announced that they were going to recast the film. While reports claimed that Kartik's alleged unprofessional behaviour had upset KJo, the production house stated that it was due to circumstances. While the project was never made, Karan and Kartik have now buried the hatchet.There have been several other similar exits from projects, including those involving Saif Ali Khan, Aamir Khan, Rekha, and Hrithik Roshan.