Hera Pheri 3 Producer Thanks Akshay Kumar, Sajid Nadiadwala For Paresh Rawal’s Return

Firoz Nadiadwala confirms Hera Pheri 3 with Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal. He thanks Sajid Nadiadwala and Akshay for reuniting the iconic trio.

The chaos, the nostalgia, and the unmatched comic timing of Hera Pheri are all set to return—with the original trio intact. One of Indian cinema’s most beloved franchises, Hera Pheri 3, is back on track after a brief rollercoaster. Just months after Paresh Rawal sent shockwaves across the internet by announcing his exit from the film, the actor has now officially rejoined the cast, restoring the much-loved trifecta with Akshay Kumar and Suniel Shetty.

Earlier this year, reports confirmed that veteran director Priyadarshan—the man behind the first film—would helm the third installment, with shooting expected to begin by the end of 2025. But fans were left heartbroken in May when Rawal pulled out of the project, triggering uncertainty around the reunion.

Now, that heartbreak has turned into celebration. In a heartening twist, producer Firoz Nadiadwala has revealed that the reunion was made possible by none other than Sajid Nadiadwala and Ahmed Khan, who personally intervened to resolve creative and interpersonal differences between the team members. “With the love, respect, and kind guidance of my brother Sajid Nadiadwala and Mr. Ahmed Khan, the Hera Pheri family is back together,” shared Firoz. “Sajid put in a lot of personal time and effort—over several days—to mend things. We share a bond of over 50 years.”

Firoz also acknowledged Akshay Kumar’s key role in reviving the film. “Akshay ji has been nothing but kind, affectionate, and supportive. We’ve had a strong bond since 1996. He didn’t think twice about sitting down with his childhood friend Sajid to sort things out.”

The reunion was a full-circle moment, with Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, and Priyadarshan also expressing unwavering support to ensure the film finally materializes. “This will be another classic entertainer in the Hera Pheri franchise,” promised Firoz. “The family is together again.”

With Welcome To The Jungle—another madcap Firoz Nadiadwala production—currently shooting, all eyes are now on Hera Pheri 3, expected to go on floors by the end of 2025. And if the backstage drama is anything to go by, the on-screen madness will be worth the wait.