Overview

• Paresh Rawal confirmed on May 18 that he is leaving Hera Pheri 3 and clarified that his departure was not due to disagreement with director Priyadarshan.
• Cape of Good Films filed a ₹25 crore breach of contract suit against Rawal after he returned his signing fee with 15% interest.
• The sequel’s production remains on hold while the legal dispute is resolved.
• Sonakshi Sinha said she cannot imagine Hera Pheri 3 without Rawal, praising his iconic Baburao role and versatility.
• Rawal’s next film, the supernatural thriller Nikita Roy directed by Kussh Sinha, is set to release on June 27, 2025.