Hera Pheri 3 is officially happening! Paresh Rawal confirms the comedy trio’s return. Get all the latest updates on cast, release date & plot.
One of Bollywood’s most beloved comedy franchises is officially returning — and the world is buzzing! Hera Pheri 3 is confirmed with none other than Paresh Rawal confirming it himself, giving fans a rush of excitement for the cult classic comedy series, which left us with the iconic trio of Baburao, Raju, and Shyam. With social media trending and memes flooding in, let’s take a deeper dive in on everything we know so far about Hera Pheri 3 — from cast and plot speculation, behind the scenes updates, release date speculation, and why this sequel is going to be a huge moment for Bollywood in 2025.
The Heritage of Hera Pheri: Why This Franchise Still Owns Our Souls
Before we jump into updates, it is worth reminding ourselves of why Hera Pheri remains as timeless as it gets.
The original Hera Pheri, released in 2000 and directed by Priyadarshan, was a remake of the Malayalam film, Ramji Rao Speaking, and it became an immediate success. The reasons being, slapstick humor, relatable characters, and catchy and memorable dialogues (“Utha le re deva, utha le!”).
The sequel, Phir Hera Pheri (2006), picked up where its predecessor left off and thrust the trio into even larger comic disasters due to their frequency of bad luck.
Star Cast: The OG Trio Returns
The biggest buzz around Hera Pheri 3 has been about its cast. While there were rumors in the past that Kartik Aaryan might replace Akshay Kumar, those were quickly debunked. The fandom made their voices clear: No OG, No Hera Pheri.
Here’s the confirmed main cast:
- Paresh Rawal as Baburao Ganpatrao Apte: The heart of the franchise. Expect more broken spectacles and hilarious English lines.
- Akshay Kumar as Raju: The schemer with a golden heart and street-smart antics.
- Suniel Shetty as Shyam: The responsible one who always ends up in trouble because of Raju’s quick-money schemes.
Their chemistry is irreplaceable, and director Farhad Samji (tentatively) seems to understand the assignment — bring back the chaos, the charm, and the confusion.
Suniel Shetty as Shyam: The one who always ends up getting into trouble because of Raju’s get-rich-quick schemes, but someone we know is a responsible person.
Their chemistry is unmatched, and director Farhad Samji(hopefully) seems to know what he’s doing – just repeat the formula – bring back the madness, the charm, and the mess.
What will Hera Pheri 3 be about?
While the theme still seems a bit of a mystery, there have been some insider leaks and intuition. Here’s what we’re hearing:
International Angle: The plot could possibly be about the three of them getting involved in an international scam which is presumably taking place in either Dubai or London. Think Hera Pheri meets Money Heist.
Cryptocurrency Mess: One potential storyline has them (accidentally) investing in cryptocurrency and having to deal with the hilarious outcome of inexperience.
New characters, the same madness: There will be black new faces, potentially a socially aware tech millennial or some kind of evil tycoon, but would still remain to revolve around the trio.
On the essence of the film: Paresh Rawal had mentioned in an interview that this new film will have the same “essence of Baburao” but in the updated wordings in order to keep things relevant today.
Who’s the director of Hera Pheri 3?
This may have been one of the most debated subject matters.
Anees Bazmee (the director of Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2) was penciled-in as director, but Farhad Samji, who has directed Housefull 4, is rumored to be taking over directorial duties. For sceptical fans, they need not worry as people we are hearing from insiders claim that the original writers are on-board to retain the soul of the franchise.
Expect a funnier representation, an overall quicker pace, modern production values, but the same ol’ desi chaos.
Production and Shooting Updates: When Does the Magic Start?
According to early reports, pre-production for Hera Pheri 3 started back in early, 2025. Then it will be shooting on the floors in August 2025 to tentatively release Summer of 2026.
Here’s what we know so far:
Shooting Locations: Mumbai, Dubai and maybe London.
Music Composer: Himesh Reshammiya is reportedly in the mix for a retro-meets-remix soundtrack.
Dialogue Writer: Most of Neeraj Vora’s legacy will be respected with many notes being included posthumously.
Hera Pheri’s Impact on Indian Pop Culture
And let’s not forget about the impact the movie, Hera Pheri had on desi pop culture.
A Dialogue Rich Legacy: Quotes like, “Main baburao bol raha hoon.” or “25 din, paisa double.” Have now become day-to-day slang.
Meme-able: Baburao’s confused stare or Raju’s frustrated face — these are iconic memes that have been used repeatedly in Indian memes.
Legacy: Very few comedies hold up as well as Hera Pheri, which has warranted its own case study based on timing and relatability, along with very smart writing.
With Hera Pheri 3, the franchise not only makes a comeback – it also cements its place in comedy.
What We Want from Hera Pheri 3 (Fan Wishlist)
While keeping things under wraps, here’s what we are hoping for:
Babu Bhaiya’s Iconic One-liners: Please don’t hold back. We need 100 % vintage Baburao.
Emotional callbacks: Maybe a moment for the late Neeraj Vora or a nod back to older setups.
Smart Satire: In the chaotic world of today’s context, maybe the trio can enjoy the absurdity of poke fun from influencers to cryptocurrency scams.
The Comeback that We Deserve
In a world of remakes and reboots, Hera Pheri 3 will stand out – not because it’s a sequel — but because it brings back to the audience homegrown laughter, well-structured chaos, and iconic desi comedy, The confirmation of Paresh Rawal is only the tip of the iceberg for what is to come in what will be the biggest comedy comeback of the decade.
Whether you’re a 90s kid growing up with the VHS tapes or a Gen Z baby discovering Baburao through Instagram memes, this one’s for you. The laughter is back. The gang is back. And Bollywood is finally serving up what we’ve been waiting for – Hera Pheri 3.
FAQs
1. Is Hera Pheri 3 officially greenlit?
Yes, Paresh Rawal has publicly acknowledged that Hera Pheri 3 is in the works.
2. Who is in the cast of Hera Pheri 3?
The original trio of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, and Paresh Rawal will return.
3. What will be the plot of Hera Pheri 3?
While the plot has not been publicly revealed, it is expected to feature international scams, crypto investments, and even more miscommunication.
4. When will Hera Pheri 3 be released?
It is anticipated that the film will be released in early-mid 2026 with production commencing in 2025.
5. Who is the director of Hera Pheri 3?
Farhad Samji has been reported to be the director of Hera Pheri 3, as well as collaborating with the original writing team.