# Baburao's Noose or Crown? Priyadarshan Defends Paresh Rawal's Hera Pheri Legacy Amid Epic Comeback Drama! Imagine the noose of fame tightening around your neck—yet it's the role that made you immortal. That's exactly how Paresh Rawal once described his iconic **Baburao** from *Hera Pheri*, calling it a "gale ka fanda" (a chokehold around the neck). But director **Priyadarshan** just flipped the script, hailing it as a badge of honor Paresh has *earned*—and now he's back for *Hera Pheri 3*![1][2]
Fans went into meltdown when Paresh Rawal abruptly quit *Hera Pheri 3* midway, sparking a bombshell lawsuit from co-star and producer **Akshay Kumar** demanding Rs 25 crore in damages. Paresh had publicly vented his frustration, saying the Baburao image felt suffocating—like a "daldal" (quagmire) trapping him as an actor. He even approached directors like Vishal Bhardwaj and R Balki post-*Hera Pheri 2* (2006), begging for roles to break free from the typecast.[1][3][5] But hold onto your "Yeh Baburao ka advance hai!"—the plot twisted faster than a Hera Pheri scam. Paresh apologized personally to Priyadarshan, citing personal issues, and returned the signing amount with interest. Priyadarshan, who helmed the original 2000 cult classic, revealed in interviews that Paresh called him to say sorry. Now, all issues are resolved, and Paresh is *back* as Baburao alongside Akshay (Raju) and Suniel Shetty (Shyam). Priyadarshan emphasized: *Hera Pheri can't happen without all three*—even citing a diamond merchant fan who begged for Paresh's return![2][4] Priyadarshan's take? Baburao isn't a burden; it's something Paresh "has earned" and can now steer wherever he wants. No more noose—it's his to command. With the script in works and shooting underway (post their recent collab on *Bhoot Bangla*), this trio's crackling chemistry promises comedy gold that'll have us quoting "25 din mein paisa double" for years.[2][4] What do you think—should Paresh embrace Baburao forever, or chase new horizons? Drop your thoughts in the comments below, share this post if you're hyped for *Hera Pheri 3*, and let's make "Baburao mere gale ka fanda" trend! 🚀
Citations
1.https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/bollywood/paresh-rawal-exits-hera-pheri-3-when-actor-called-baburao-gale-ka-fanda-wanted-to-get-rid-of-it-article-151680755
2.https://www.indiaforums.com/article/paresh-rawal-apologised-to-priyadarshan-for-quitting-hera-pheri-3-cites-personal-issues_224246
3.https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/when-paresh-rawal-said-he-got-stuck-with-hera-pheri-character-baburao-dum-ghutta-hai-8467896
4.https://www.bollywoodshaadis.com/articles/paresh-rawal-babu-rao-hera-pheri-3-return-controversy-65307
5.https://www.thestatesman.com/entertainment/bollywood/paresh-rawal-dubs-hera-pheri-role-gale-ka-fanda-and-wants-liberation-1503425942.html
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