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Paresh Rawal Downplays Box-Office Clash With Akshay Kumar as Hera Pheri 3 Targets Early 2026 Shoot

The actor calls the fallout resolved following repayment of his signing amount with interest.

Paresh Rawal maintains a strong relationship with director Priyadarshan despite past controversies, emphasising that their bond has strengthened over time.
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Overview

  • Rawal said all films should do well as his biopic Ajey opens September 19 opposite Akshay Kumar–Arshad Warsi’s Jolly LLB 3, with Anurag Kashyap’s Nishaanchi also arriving the same day.
  • He confirmed Hera Pheri 3 is a work in progress with principal photography slated for February–March 2026, reuniting him with Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty.
  • Addressing the earlier dispute, Rawal reiterated he returned the advance with interest and said his bonds with Priyadarshan and colleagues remain intact, adding, “Ghaav bhar gaya hai.”
  • On franchise plans, Rawal said a Baburao spin-off is unlikely without Shyam and Raju, emphasizing that the character depends on the original trio.
  • Looking beyond, he noted ongoing collaborations including Priyadarshan’s Bhoot Bangla and said Welcome to the Jungle is expected to resume shooting in November–December with a release he believes could come in March–April 2026.