
Paresh Rawal, who plays the popular character Baburao in the Hera Pheri movies, has confirmed that he will not be part of the new film Hera Pheri 3. Some earlier reports said he left because of creative problems with the makers, but Paresh Rawal denied this.
He posted on his social media that he stepped away from the movie for reasons other than creative differences. He also said he has a lot of respect and trust for the film’s director, Mr. Priyadarshan.

I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I REITERATE THAT THERE ARE NO CREATIVE DISAGREEMENT WITH THE FILM MAKER . I hold immense love, respect, and faith in Mr. Priyadarshan the film director.
— Paresh Rawal (@SirPareshRawal) May 18, 2025
Paresh Rawal’s character in the Hera Pheri series is very popular. Many of his funny lines and scenes are shared a lot on social media.
The first Hera Pheri movie came out in 2000 and was directed by Priyadarshan. The second movie, Phir Hera Pheri, came out in 2006 and was directed by Neeraj Vora. Now, Priyadarshan is directing the third movie again.