India, Dec. 31 -- As the 2025 calendar year concludes in India's film industry, the landscape of Bollywood franchises has undergone a significant transformation. A rising tendency of "franchise friction" has been observed in the past twelve months, challenging the long-held belief that sequels ensure employment for original casts. Pay, creative control, and a lack of visual cohesion have led to the departure of many well-known individuals.

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Ranveer Singh's surprise departure from Farhan Akhtar's Don 3 was the most notable development of the year. Reportedly, the actor left in December 2025, despite being fo...