Will Smith: Big shock to Will Smith's fans, the actor will not be seen in 'Sugar Bandits', know the reason
The crime thriller film 'Sugar Bandits' has been in the headlines since its announcement. However, now Will Smith has broken the hearts of the fans by withdrawing from it. The crime thriller film 'Sugar Bandits' has been in the headlines since its announcement. The film is based on Chuck Hogan's novel 'Devils in Exile'. Recently there were reports that Academy Award-winning actor Will Smith would be a part of it. However, now the fans waiting to see Will in the film have got a big shock. If reports are to be believed, Will has refused to do the film. At the same time, the reason behind this has also been revealed.
Will Smith will not act in 'Sugar Bandits'
According to reports, Smith will not act in 'Sugar Bandits' due to schedule-related problems. However, he will remain the producer of the film through his Westbrook Studios. Westbrook is producing the film along with AGC Studios. At the same time, the casting process started again after Will stepped down from acting.
Stefano Sollima, who has directed films like 'Sicario: Day of the Soldado' and 'Gomorrah', is attached to the film. Its budget is approximately Rs 671 crore. Smith, who is riding high after his comeback from the big box office success of 'Bad Boys: Ride or Die', was set to star in 'Sugar Bandits' as a former special forces soldier who runs a special team to end Boston's flourishing drug trade.
'Sugar Bandits' will go on the floor in 2025
Filming on 'Sugar Bandits' was earlier scheduled to begin this fall. After pre-production intensified and the search for the cast, shooting locations were scouted in Boston and Montreal. However, the film was halted due to Smith's busy schedule. According to reports, Westbrook and AGC intend to make the film in 2025. However, no potential release window has been confirmed.