Drishyam 3 Director Slams Akshaye Khanna's Exit, Calls It "Foolish"

• Director Abhishek Pathak clarified Akshaye Khanna's exit from 'Drishyam 3', stating Jaideep Ahlawat is not a replacement but a new character.
• Khanna reportedly left the project 5 days before shooting due to a wig disagreement, despite signing a contract and liking the script.
• Pathak believes external influences led to Khanna's decision and suggested he pursue solo films.
• Ajay Devgn did not interfere in the casting decision, leaving it entirely to the director.
• Kumar Mangat revealed Khanna had a history of last-minute exits, citing 'Dhurandhar'.

Why It Matters: Director Abhishek Pathak criticizes Akshaye Khanna's "foolish" exit from 'Drishyam 3' over a wig issue.