Calling out inaccurate reportage on social media, Akhtar took to Instagram to clarify that the rumors of his exit are entirely false and that production plans remain firmly on track.
1. The Statement & Clarification
Addressing a viral trade report that alleged he had walked out of the project over creative differences, Farhan Akhtar reshared the post on his Instagram Story with a direct statement:
"False news alert. Wondering where such baseless reports come from. Nothing has changed. Work on 'Lalkaara' is progressing smoothly, and I remain fully committed to the project. Request everyone not to pay attention to such unverified rumors."
— Farhan Akhtar, via Instagram
Excel Entertainment's Busy Slate
The clarification comes during a period of high activity for Excel Entertainment, the banner co-founded by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani:
Excel Music Launch: The studio recently launched its dedicated music publishing wing, Excel Music, releasing its debut track "Do Numbari" by Dhanda Nyoliwala for Mirzapur: The Movie (releasing September 4, 2026).
Directorial & Acting Commitments: Alongside Lalkaara, Akhtar is actively overseeing the pre-production setup for Don 3 starring Ranveer Singh, as well as the long-anticipated road-trip drama Jee Le Zaraa.
Trade Verdict:
Farhan Akhtar’s swift public clarification puts an end to industry speculation regarding Lalkaara, ensuring smooth pre-release momentum as Excel Entertainment manages its major 2026–2027 theatrical slate.
