Fans of the Hera Pheri franchise were eagerly awaiting the third installment, but the excitement has now taken a hit. Beloved actor Paresh Rawal, who immortalized the character of Babu Bhaiya, has officially exited Hera Pheri 3 midway—leaving fans and co-stars stunned.

Suniel Shetty Reacts with Shock and Disbelief

Speaking to ANI, an emotional Suniel Shetty shared his heartbreak, saying, “This is absolutely shocking for me… I am completely broken. The one film I was truly excited about was Hera Pheri.”

He emphasized that Hera Pheri 3 cannot be made without Paresh Rawal, stating, “There might be a 1% chance without me or Akshay, but it’s 100% impossible without Paresh ji.”

Why Did Paresh Rawal Leave?

Contrary to earlier reports of creative differences, Paresh Rawal clarified in a social media post: “Creative differences were not the reason. I have immense love, respect, and trust for director Priyadarshan.”

Akshay Kumar Takes Legal Action

In a dramatic turn, actor-producer Akshay Kumar has reportedly filed a Rs. 25 crore legal notice against Paresh Rawal for walking away mid-project. As the producer of Hera Pheri 3, Akshay has taken strong action to address the unexpected exit.

With fans heartbroken and the future of the film hanging in the balance, the big question remains—Can Hera Pheri 3 happen without Babu Bhaiya?