Hera Pheri 3: Paresh Rawal's exit led to financial losses claims Akshay Kumar's lawyer

The entertainment world is buzzing with the news of Paresh Rawal's departure from the highly anticipated sequel, Hera Pheri 3. Following Paresh Rawal's exit from Hera Pheri 3, the lawyer representing Akshay Kumar's Cape of Good Films has stated that there will be "severe legal consequences."

Paresh Rawal's unexpected exit from the project last week has stunned the film industry and fans alike, who have eagerly awaited the third installment for nearly two decades. Reports suggest that Akshay Kumar, also a producer on Hera Pheri 3, has taken legal action against Paresh.

I think there will be severe legal consequences. It's of course hurt the franchise. We have written to him letting him know that there are a lot of legal consequences involved. There have been expenses incurred towards the cast, towards the crew, towards leading senior actors, logistics equipment, and shooting of the trailer, said, Pooja Tidke, Joint Managing Partner of Parinam Law Associate, which represents Akshay's banner, told PTI.

She stated that Paresh had publicly confirmed his involvement in the project via a social media post in January. "Thereafter, there were contracts entered into for the shooting of the trailer. In fact, there was some portion of about three-and-a-half minutes of the film itself that had been shot. Suddenly, a few days ago, we received a notice from Paresh ji saying that he is no longer associated with the film and doesn't want to be associated with the film. So it's taken everybody by shock and surprise, of course," she said.

She added that backing out of a contract has "severe consequences" for the film, including reputational damage for the actors and the franchise, as well as disappointment among the audience. She expressed optimism for a resolution but acknowledged the current legal challenges.

She mentioned that while Paresh had not yet responded to the legal notice, he had been given a week to do so. Regarding the damages sought, she stated that Paresh's decision had caused "losses" to the producers, considering the significant investment in the film and the disruption to the shooting schedule and everyone's professional commitments.

Hera Pheri 3, the anticipated sequel to the 2000 hit Hera Pheri, with its second installment in 2006, was initially announced in 2023. Earlier this year, Priyadarshan was confirmed to direct the film.