Fans of the Hera Pheri franchise were in for a major surprise on January 30, as veteran filmmaker Priyadarshan confirmed that he will direct Hera Pheri 3. The announcement came on his 68th birthday after Bollywood star Akshay Kumar extended his wishes on social media.
The conversation unfolded on Twitter when Akshay Kumar wished Priyadarshan, saying,
“Happy Birthday, Priyan Sir! What better way to celebrate than by spending the day on a haunted set, surrounded by ghosts… both real and unpaid extras? Thank you for being a mentor, and the only person who can make chaos look like a masterpiece. May your day be filled with fewer retakes. Wishing you a fantastic year ahead!”
In response, Priyadarshan surprised fans with an unexpected revelation, replying,
“Thank you so much for your wishes, Akshay Kumar. In return, I would like to give you a gift. I’m willing to do Hera Pheri 3. Are you ready, Akshay, @suniel.shetty & @pareshrawalofficial?”
The news immediately sparked excitement among fans. Suniel Shetty, known for his deep connection to the Hera Pheri franchise, enthusiastically joined the conversation, tweeting,
“Hera Pheri aur pooch pooch!!! Let’s do this #HeraPheri3.”
Hera Pheri Franchise Returns with Original Trio
The Hera Pheri series, which began in 2000, is widely regarded as one of Bollywood’s most iconic comedy franchises. Starring Akshay Kumar as Raju, Suniel Shetty as Shyam, and Paresh Rawal as the beloved Babu Bhaiya, the film became a cult classic. Its 2006 sequel, Phir Hera Pheri, was also well-received, leaving fans eagerly awaiting a third installment.
While previous attempts to launch Hera Pheri 3 have faced setbacks, this latest development has reignited hope among fans. With Priyadarshan at the helm and the original trio likely to return, expectations are high for another round of rib-tickling chaos.
Source: Bollywood Hungama website
