Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Suniel Shetty reunite for Hera Pheri 3, reviving the legendary comedy franchise.
Months of speculation and backstage drama may finally be behind us, but Hera Pheri 3—the third movie in the iconic Bollywood comedy series—is officially back on track. Paresh Rawal is set to return, reprising his legendary role as Baburao, according to the latest updates. This brings an end to all the uncertainty regarding the film is finally over.
The franchise, which kicked off in the early 2000s, has gained cult status due to its characters and comedy sequences that have left an indelible mark. Fans have been clamouring for news ever since the third part was announced. But earlier this year, the project hit a rough patch when there was news that Paresh Rawal had left the film. The creation shocked not just the fans but also led to a legal battle between Akshay Kumar and Paresh Rawal, creating widespread rumours and gossip on all social media platforms.
In a recent interview with Hindustan Times, Akshay Kumar spoke about the incident, denying that the controversy was staged. "Nahi, yeh publicity stunt nahi hai.". The things went legal, therefore, when legal things are concerned, we cannot label it as a publicity stunt; it is an actual thing," said the actor. He guaranteed fans that the dispute had been settled. "Ab sab kuch thik ho gaya hai. Very soon, some kind of announcement can come. Yes, there were some ups and downs." But now all is well, and we are reunited," Akshay said, confirming the team had made amends.
This assurance provides relief to the fans who were disillusioned by the ambiguity of Hera Pheri 3's fate. The actor's words have re-ignited hope and created a high bar of expectation for the return of the film.
Suniel Shetty, who plays Shyam in the franchise, also confirmed Paresh Rawal's return in a recent interview with Pinkvilla. "Ya ya, he is. I am very excited. Like I said, I will talk on the day of release, kyunki nazar lagti hai. Humaari khud ki achi nazar lag jaati hai kabhi kabhi," Shetty said, mixing enthusiasm with superstition.
The return of the beloved trio—Akshay Kumar as Raju, Suniel Shetty as Shyam, and Paresh Rawal as Baburao—has created nostalgia among fans. Although the release date remains a secret, the announcement of their comeback has given the project the much-needed boost. With the lead actors in position, the legendary franchise is set to offer another memorable instalment that fans from different generations can eagerly await.
