Babu Bhaiya is Back! Paresh Rawal Confirms Return to Hera Pheri 3
Updated on: 30 June, 2025 11:05 AM IST |Amruta Karulkar

Paresh Rawal in Hera Pheri
After months of speculation and high-profile drama, the iconic Hera Pheri franchise is officially back on track. Veteran actor Paresh Rawal has confirmed his return as the beloved Babu Bhaiya, putting an end to the uncertainty that had fans worried. With the original trio set to reunite, audiences can finally breathe a sigh of relief and gear up for the laughter riot that Hera Pheri 3 promises to be.
When asked if the film was happening with the original cast, Rawal humorously remarked, “Pehle bhi aane hi waali thi, but it’s just that we had to fine-tune ourselves.” He acknowledged the creative powerhouse that is the team, including director Priyadarshan and co-stars Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. He fondly mentioned their long-standing friendship, suggesting that creative collaborations, especially among friends, sometimes require a bit of adjustment.
Also Read: Sonakshi Sinha Says She Can`t Imagine Hera Pheri 3 Without Paresh Rawal
With Paresh Rawal officially back in the fold, the stage is set for the iconic trio to create magic once again. Fans are eagerly awaiting the return of Raju, Shyam, and Babu Bhaiya for another dose of nostalgic and uproarious comedy.
All Issues "Resolved Now"
Putting all rumours to rest, Paresh Rawal has confirmed that the issues surrounding the film have been settled. In a recent podcast with Himanshu Mehta, when asked about the controversy, Rawal stated, “There’s no controversy. It is all resolved now.” He emphasised the team`s responsibility towards the audience that has showered the franchise with immense love. "You can’t take things for granted. Mehnat karke unko (film) do,” he stressed, highlighting the need to deliver a film worthy of the fans` adulation. His focus, he said, is now on everyone coming together to work hard and create something special.When asked if the film was happening with the original cast, Rawal humorously remarked, “Pehle bhi aane hi waali thi, but it’s just that we had to fine-tune ourselves.” He acknowledged the creative powerhouse that is the team, including director Priyadarshan and co-stars Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty. He fondly mentioned their long-standing friendship, suggesting that creative collaborations, especially among friends, sometimes require a bit of adjustment.
Also Read: Sonakshi Sinha Says She Can`t Imagine Hera Pheri 3 Without Paresh Rawal
The Road to Reunion
The journey to this reunion was not smooth. Rawal had previously announced his exit from the project, which was followed by reports of a legal dispute with producer and co-star Akshay Kumar. The disagreement reportedly involved an advance payment and a promo shoot. However, the matter was later handled by their legal teams. Despite the friction, Akshay Kumar publicly defended Rawal, asking people not to use harsh words for his "good friend" and respected co-star, indicating that their professional relationship could weather the storm.With Paresh Rawal officially back in the fold, the stage is set for the iconic trio to create magic once again. Fans are eagerly awaiting the return of Raju, Shyam, and Babu Bhaiya for another dose of nostalgic and uproarious comedy.
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