Hera Pheri 3 – PARESH RAWAL EXITS :Why Babu Bhaiya’s Exit Hurts So Much

Hey there, cinebrat lovers! Its the biggest update coming from Hera Pheri 3 world. The news broke like a bomb this week: Paresh Rawal, our dearest Babu Bhaiya, has left Hera Pheri 3. Yes, you read that right. The guy who made us laugh to the point where we couldn’t breathe with the dialogues such as “Yeh Babu Rao ka style hai” has decided to distance himself from the cult franchise. Let’s take a deep dive into what happened, why it stings and what it portends for the future of this cult classic.

The Heartache of Babu Bhaiya’s Departure

If you’re a Hera Pheri fan (and who isn’t?).’, you have been privy to the magic of the original trio — that is, Akshay Kumar’s Raju; Suniel Shetty’s Shyam and Paresh Rawal’s Baburao Ganpatrao Apte. Their compatibility in the 2000 film and its sequel was the reason why both these movies were a laugh riot. The bizarre innocence, heavy glasses, and the funny Maharashtrian accent of Babu bhaiya made him not just the life of the series rather also its soul.

So when news broke on May 16, 2025, that Paresh Rawal was quitting Hera Pheri 3 because of creative differences, it felt as though someone pulled the rug from under our feet.

I mean just imagine Hera Pheri without Babu Bhaiya? It’s as if you’re asked to imagine a monsoon without rain or a Bollywood film without a dramatic slow-motion moment.

Fans went into shock when they came to know this news. That summed it up perfectly in one tweet that I saw: “No Paresh Rawal, no Hera Pheri 3. Scrap it!” And honestly, I get it. The iconic performance everyone is trying to be Paresh Rawal’s Babu Bhaiya, no one can match him And let’s be real, ever if someone does replace him it’s not going to be ok. He is our Nostalgia from Childhood. gram chikitsalay

Why did Paresh Rawal walkout from Hera Pheri 3?

So, what went wrong? According to the sources, Paresh Rawal decided to quit the project because he was having some creative differences with the makers of the film. He didn’t spill all the tea, but he did let the news out with an unambiguous “Yes, it’s a fact,” during an interview. The word on the street was that Paresh wasn’t vibing with the place the screenplay was going.

The Sardar starrer actor has previously also said that being typecast as Babu Bhaiya is like a ‘noose’ around his neck. For a professional chameleon like Paresh Rawal, who’s aced the good, bad and everything in between in films ranging from OMG: Oh My God! toward Sardar, he probably can’t wait to get out of the shadow of this iconic role. I can’t fault him for wanting to stretch his wings, but oh, it’s painful to think of Hera Pheri 3 without him.

What’s Next for Hera Pheri 3?

Now, this is where it gets a little fuzzy. The movie, directed by Priyadarshan, was supposed to be a reunion for the OG trio after years of delays and casting drama (remember when Akshay Kumar briefly dropped out?). The first schedule got kick-off back in April and Shyam aka Suniel Shetty even dropped the first teaser, that buzzed all away through the minds of Hera Pheri 3 franchise word.

But Paresh’s departure throws a huge wrench in the plans. There have been some reports that the makers may recast Babu Bhaiya but let’s be honest, Paresh Rawal is irreplaceable in the role, like how replacing Shah Rukh Khan for the role of Raj in DDLJ would be a disaster! It just doesn’t work that way.

Suniel Shetty stand him for the Iconic SHYAM that has once said that without Babu Bhaiya and Raju in the film, there is no meaning to this HERA PHERI 3 world and to be very honest with the words it was the heart breaking just like what every fan might be feeling now.

Without Baburao Ganpatrao Apte (Paresh Rawal),Raju (Akshay Kumar) and Shyam( Suniel Shetty), the vibe, the comedy and the overall feel of the OG Trio will be missing.

Why We Still Care, as Fans

Hera Pheri, literally for at least some of us, is an emotion. It’s just like going back to your childhood when feeling bored & up the TV Sets & HERA PHERI used to double up your mood. It’s that feeling. It’s the movie we quote with friends, the one we reach for when we just want to laugh. After all, Babu Bhaiya’s shenanigans, from his fetish for “double battery” glasses to his epic outbursts, are etched in our minds. Paresh Rawal’s loss feels personal because he brought so much happiness in our lives.

But here’s the silver lining: Paresh’s departure might force the makers to reconsider the project. Maybe they’ll talk him into coming back, or maybe they’ll come up with a story about maintaining the legacy of Hera Pheri that doesn’t involve shoving a new Babu Bhaiya down our throats?. Either way, this is a good reminder to relish the originals while they are still with us.

A Call to Fellow Fans

So, what do you think, folks? Do you think the film is going to work without Babu Bhaiya or should they take a break and return when things calm down? (And if you’re feeling nostalgic, maybe it’s time for a Hera Pheri rewatch to re-experience the magic of Raju, Shyam, and Babu Bhaiya!)

Let’s maintain Hera Pheri love, at least a bit, even if our bums are a tad heavy today. Continue to follow our Bollywood coverage, and as always, stay laughing and loving the movies that make us feel alive!