The future of the beloved comedy franchise Hera Pheri is uncertain after veteran actor Paresh Rawal reportedly exited Hera Pheri 3. His unexpected departure has led co-star Akshay Kumar to issue a legal notice, and fans are now left questioning the fate of the much-anticipated sequel.
AI Reimagines Pankaj Tripathi as Baburao
Amid the chaos, fans have turned to AI-generated art to explore possible replacements. A viral image shows Pankaj Tripathi as Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, donning the character’s trademark white dhoti, vest, gold accessories, and thick-rimmed glasses. The image has sparked mixed reactions online, especially on Reddit.
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While some fans believe Tripathi could reinvent the role, others feel Paresh Rawal’s portrayal is irreplaceable. One user commented, “Pankaj Tripathi could bring something valuable, but he wouldn’t be a replacement more of a reinvention.” Another compared the situation to Robert Pattinson stepping in as Batman: “Different, not necessarily worse.”
A few suggested that if Rawal doesn’t return, the franchise should consider a spin-off or reboot rather than trying to replicate the original magic. One user noted, “Tripathi is a great actor, but the charm of Paresh Rawal’s Baburao can’t be copied.”
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Suniel Shetty: ‘Hera Pheri Can’t Happen Without Paresh Rawal’
Actor Suniel Shetty expressed disbelief over Rawal’s exit. Speaking to ANI, he stated, “It cannot happen. Hera Pheri is impossible without Paresh ji. You can maybe make it without me or Akshay, but not without him.”
Shetty emphasized that the film’s legacy lies in its characters Raju, Shyam, and Babu Rao not just the actors. With fans echoing the sentiment, many still hope Paresh Rawal will reconsider and return to complete the iconic trio.
