The Hera Pheri franchise, one of Bollywood’s most iconic comedy trilogies, has once again found itself in troubled waters. This time, the controversy centers around the unexpected departure of veteran actor Paresh Rawal, known for his legendary portrayal of Baburao Ganpatrao Apte. What initially appeared to be a long-awaited reunion of the original trio — Rawal, Akshay Kumar, and Suniel Shetty — has unraveled into a legal and creative standoff.
Veteran actor Paresh Rawal, best known for his iconic portrayal of Baburao Ganpatrao Apte in the Hera Pheri series, is making headlines once again — not just for a resurfaced candid interview, but also for a legal tussle with co-star Akshay Kumar. The controversy comes in the wake of Rawal’s sudden exit from Hera Pheri 3, reportedly prompting Kumar’s production house to issue him a ₹25 crore legal notice.
Veteran actor Paresh Rawal recently stirred up a wave of disappointment among fans after confirming that he will not be a part of the much-anticipated comedy sequel Hera Pheri 3. Speculation quickly followed, with reports claiming creative differences with director Priyadarshan as the cause. However, the actor has now set the record straight.