- By Aarushi Raina
- Thu, 29 May 2025 11:07 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Paresh Rawal’s sudden decision to step down from Hera Pheri 3 has left many disheartened. His exit was not smooth, as it became embroiled in controversy after Akshay Kumar, the producer of the film, filed a lawsuit against him. Since then, a legal feud has been making headlines. Amid this, actor Johny Lever encouraged Paresh Rawal to reconsider his decision and sort things out with the Hera Pheri team, as the movie won’t be the same without him as Baburao.
Johny Lever Feels Paresh Rawal Should Return To Hera Pheri 3
Johny Lever, who is gearing up for Housefull 5, which also stars Akshay, shared his thoughts on Paresh Rawal's Hera Pheri 3 exit. In a convesation with Zoom, he said, "Mujhe lagta hai ki kar lena chahiye unko film, baithke baat karein, matter solve karein kyunki fans bohut miss karenge Paresh ji ko film mein, maza nahi aayega na waisa unke bina. To baat karke solve karlena chahiye, meri nazar mein to yahi sahi hai."
Not only did he react to the controversy but also confirmed his involvement in Hera Pheri 3. The actor stated, "Mujhe bhi Hera Pheri ki dhamki aa chuki hai, ki aap booked ho."
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Recently, Akshay also reacted to Rawal's exit during the trailer launch of Housefull 5. He was heard saying, "32 saal see unke saath kaam karte aya hoon. We are very good friends. He is a great actor. I really admire him. I don’t think this is a place where I am going to talk about it. Because whatever has to happen, it is a very serious matter, it is a matter which is going to be handled by the court. I don’t think I’m going to speak about it here."
On May 18, Paresh Rawal shocked everyone by confirming that he is no more part of Hera Pheri 3. Since then social media has been flooded with demand for his return as Baburao. His exit has ignited a widespread discussion across the industry and among fans.
Fans have been eagerly waiting for the third instalment after the successful run of Hera Pheri (2000), followed by its sequel Phir Hera Pheri in 2006. The franchise has won hearts with iconic characters like Raju, Shyam, and Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, played by Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal.