Actor Paresh Rawal, known for his iconic role as Babu Rao Ganpatrao Apte aka Babu Bhaiya, had earlier decided to walk out of Hera Pheri 3. His exit disappointed fans, and the reason behind it was the delay in the film’s production. However, the situation turned tense when the makers demanded ₹25 crore in damages from him. In response, Paresh Rawal returned his signing amount of ₹11 lakh, with interest.
“I Was Sidelined,” Says Paresh Rawal
In an earlier interview, Paresh revealed that he felt sidelined despite being one of the leads in the original Hera Pheri, directed by Priyadarshan. This emotional revelation struck a chord with fans, many of whom believe he is the true heart of the franchise.
Fan Request Sparks Hope
Recently, a fan wrote to Paresh Rawal on social platform X (formerly Twitter):
“Sir, please think about joining Hera Pheri again. You are the real hero of the film.”
Paresh’s reply, though short, raised eyebrows and hopes. He tweeted:
“No, there are three heroes in Hera Pheri.”
This simple statement has now gone viral, with fans interpreting it as a possible hint that he might return.
Fans React: “No Hera Pheri Without Babu Bhaiya!”
His reply triggered a wave of emotional reactions from fans.
One user wrote, “Those three are not equal without you.”
Another joked, “Babu Bhaiya, I’ll hit you with a bucket if you’re not in the movie.”
Many fans agreed that the magic of Hera Pheri lies in the trio — Babu Rao, Raju , and Shyam. Their chemistry made the film a cult classic, and fans are not ready to let go of that nostalgia.
Will He Return?
Although Paresh Rawal has not made any official announcement about rejoining the film, his statement has definitely sparked curiosity. For now, fans are holding onto hope that their beloved Babu Bhaiya will once again bring his comic magic back to the big screen.
