Phir Hera Pheri Phir Se: Paresh Rawal Re-Enters, Shetty’s Reaction is Pure Baburao Energy

Key highlights

After months of uncertainty and public speculation, veteran actor Paresh Rawal has officially resolved differences with the makers and rejoined Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty for the highly anticipated Hera Pheri 3. The return of Rawal, cherished for his role as Baburao, has rejuvenated excitement among fans and assured the film’s creators that the original chemistry of the cult franchise remains intact.

 

How Issues Got Resolved

 

Paresh Rawal had initially exited the project due to personal and creative issues, but confirmed his comeback after a conciliatory meeting with Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. The trio’s mutual respect, along with director Priyadarshan’s intervention, led to an amicable resolution of all concerns. Rawal publicly apologized for stepping away, highlighting the importance of their long-standing camaraderie and the audience’s deep-rooted affection for the original cast .

 

Suniel Shetty’s Reaction: Warmth and Wit

 

Suniel Shetty expressed genuine happiness at Rawal’s return, playfully remarking that the “fine-tuning” was complete. During an interview at the Shirdi Sai Baba temple, Shetty humorously said he would only speak about Hera Pheri 3 after its release—signaling his cautious optimism now that the original team is restored .

 

Shetty emphasized that Hera Pheri 3 would remain a clean, all-ages comedy—one you can watch together as a family without hesitation. He highlighted that the film’s soul is the unity and comic rapport among the original trio and reassured fans that these values are being preserved .

 

Behind-the-Scenes Bond

 

Suniel Shetty downplayed his own role in mediating the dispute, instead crediting the deep friendship between Paresh Rawal and Akshay Kumar. He revealed that real reconciliation happened when both stars directly addressed each other, shutting out external interference. Shetty advised future co-stars to “talk to each other” and not let outside narratives cause rifts .

 

Director Priyadarshan and the principal cast are set to commence production by year-end, aiming for a 2026 release. Ahead of Hera Pheri 3, Shetty, Rawal, and Akshay Kumar will also appear together in Welcome to the Jungle, another comedy ensemble film .

 

With Baburao, Raju, and Shyam reunited, anticipation is soaring for Hera Pheri 3 to deliver more of the laughter and heart that made the franchise a timeless classic.

 

Sources: Indian Express, Times of India, OTTplay, India Today