‘I Hold Immense Faith In…’ Paresh Rawal BREAKS Silence On Exit From Hera Pheri 3 Over Creative Differences

Paresh Rawal has finally broken his silence on quitting Hera Pheri 3. The actor confirmed there were no creative differences with director Priyadarshan, shutting down the rumours that had taken over social media.

Bollywood Hungama had recently reported that the actor decided to back out of the project after creative clashes However, he has now denied the rumours.

Here’s What Paresh Rawal Said

On Sunday, Paresh posted on X (formerly Twitter) and wrote, “I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I REITERATE THAT THERE ARE NO CREATIVE DISAGREEMENTS WITH THE FILMMAKER. I hold immense love, respect, and faith in Mr Priyadarshan, the film’s director.”

I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I REITERATE THAT THERE ARE NO CREATIVE DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FILM MAKER . I hold immense love, respect, and faith in Mr. Priyadarshan the film director.

— Paresh Rawal (@SirPareshRawal) May 18, 2025

His statement surprised fans even more. With creative issues ruled out, many wondered what made him leave the project.

Fan Theories Emerge After Clarification

Fans flooded X with emotional reactions and wild theories. One user asked, “You don’t want to get trapped again in the Babu Bhaiya image?” Another wrote, “Are the producers offering less money, or are you bored of playing the same role? Come on, Babu Bhaiyya, Hera Pheri without even one of the three main leads would be totally pointless. Please rethink.”

Several fans got dramatic with their reactions. One user wrote, “Sir main nas kaat lunga, take your decision back. Paise jyada chahiye toh hum Hera Pheri fan club crowdsource kar denge.” Another said, “You are doing a prank… please don’t do this, there is no Hera Pheri without you.”

You don't want to get trapped again in Babu Bhaiya Image ..?

— Woke Eminent (@WokePandemic) May 18, 2025

Then what happened? Are the producers offering less money, or are you bored of playing the same role? Come on, Babu Bhaiyya, Hera Pheri without even one of the three main leads would be totally pointless. Please rethink.

— THE SKIN DOCTOR (@theskindoctor13) May 18, 2025

Sir main nas kaat lunga, take your decision back. Paise jyada chahiye toh hum Hera pheri fan club crowdsource kar denge.

— Ankit Jain (@indiantweeter) May 18, 2025

You are doing prank… please don’t do this there is no Hera Pheri without you.

— Gareeboo (@GareeboOP) May 18, 2025

I bet it is due to the left wingers who trolled you for the lallantop interview

Just to remind you about them sir pic.twitter.com/PE67gS7VCU

— Shikhar Sagar (@crazy__shikhu) May 18, 2025

The comments showed how much fans connect with his iconic character. Many even demanded that the film be scrapped if Paresh Rawal doesn’t return as Baburao.

About Hera Pheri Franchise

Hera Pheri has become one of Bollywood’s most loved comedy franchises. The first film, directed by Priyadarshan in 2000, starred Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal. Paresh’s role as Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, the quirky and forgetful landlord, became a fan favourite and a meme legend.

The sequel, Phir Hera Pheri, came out in 2006. Directed by Neeraj Vora, the film continued the trio’s misadventures. Though the second film didn’t earn much praise from critics, it performed well at the box office and became a cult hit over time.

Paresh Rawal: Work Front

Even as he steps away from Hera Pheri 3, Paresh Rawal has other projects lined up. He’s reuniting with Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar for Bhooth Bangla, a horror-comedy that also stars Tabu. The film is expected to release in theatres in 2026. He also has Welcome To The Jungle in his kitty.