Comedian Tanmay Bhat recently sparked laughter and online chatter after seemingly taking a playful dig at Ranveer Singh amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the actor’s exit from Don 3. The moment unfolded during a fun-filled appearance by Varun Dhawan on Tanmay’s YouTube channel, where the actor joined comedians Rohan Joshi, Piyush Sharma, and Zakir Khan for a candid conversation.
Tanmay Bhat takes a funny dig at Don 3
During one segment of the show, Tanmay praised Varun for his reputation within the industry, highlighting his professionalism and reliability. However, it was the punchline that followed that grabbed attention. Tanmay joked that anyone who has worked with Varun describes him as committed and dependable, adding that these are “exactly the kind of qualities Farhan Akhtar is looking for right now.” The comment was widely interpreted as a reference to the ongoing Don 3 dispute involving Ranveer Singh and filmmaker Farhan Akhtar.
The joke instantly sent the room into fits of laughter. Varun himself appeared amused by the remark, while the comedians quickly joined in with a series of witty follow-up jokes. One participant jokingly referred to “Don No. 1,” while another quipped, “Main tera Don,” prompting even more laughter from the group. Varun repeated the phrase and laughed along, keeping the mood light-hearted.
Fans react to the viral dig
The clip soon went viral on social media, where viewers debated whether Tanmay was subtly questioning Ranveer’s professionalism or simply making light of a headline-making controversy. While many saw the comment as harmless humour, others felt it directly referenced the tension between Ranveer and the makers of Don 3.
The controversy surrounding the film has been making headlines for months. Ranveer was announced as the new face of the iconic franchise in 2023, taking over a role previously portrayed by Shah Rukh Khan. However, reports emerged in late 2025 that the actor had exited the project unexpectedly. The development reportedly led to disagreements between Ranveer and Excel Entertainment, headed by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani.
The situation escalated further when complaints regarding the actor’s departure reached the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE). Although the organisation later withdrew its non-cooperation directive against Ranveer, discussions surrounding the fallout continue. Amid the ongoing debate, Tanmay’s humorous remark has added a lighter dimension to one of Bollywood’s most talked-about disputes.