Akshay Kumar Says Paresh Rawal's Hera Pheri 3 Exit ‘Will Be Handled by Court’, Chides Journo for Calling Him ‘Foolish’
- Paresh Rawal exited the third Hera Pheri film in May 2025, causing uncertainty around the project starring Akshay Kumar and directed by Priyadarshan.
- Rawal decided to leave due to delays affecting the project, not creative differences, and refunded his ₹11 lakh signing fee plus interest as explained in his official statement.
- The film's team, including Suniel Shetty and Priyadarshan, expressed shock and disappointment at Rawal’s unanticipated exit, which disrupted production after contracts and a teaser shoot.
- Akshay Kumar, also producer via Cape of Good Films, initiated legal action against Rawal citing financial and reputational damages, while Rawal’s lawyer Ameet Naik responded, calling the exit 'rightful termination'.
- The dispute has caused professional and financial strain on the franchise, with its future unclear as both sides await resolution in court while fans hope for the trio's reunion.
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Akshay doesn't 'appreciate' anyone calling Paresh 'foolish' for leaving Hera Pheri 3
Akshay Kumar reacted to the media's question about Paresh Rawal being called 'foolish' for leaving 'Hera Pheri 3'. The actor defended his co-star and refrained from commenting on the issue, which is subjudice.
Actor Paresh Rawal reacts to Hera Pheri 3 controversy
Mumbai: The much-loved Hera Pheri series has hit a big roadblock. Paresh Rawal, who played the funny and famous Babu Bhaiya, has left Hera Pheri 3. What followed was a legal fight, online drama, and upset fans. Why Did Paresh Rawal Leave? On May 25, Paresh Rawal posted on X (formerly Twitter) that his lawyer had sent a legal reply explaining why he quit the film. He said his exit was fair and all issues will be sorted once the team reads the res…
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