Priyadarshan: 'Thousands Of Legal Issues With Hera Pheri 3' Priyadarshan has confirmed he is no longer associated with Hera Pheri 3 and expressed disinterest in discussing the ongoing controversy. In a conversation with Subhash K Jha, the director stated, "I am not sure it will ever be made. Even if it is, I am not part of it." He cited numerous legal issues, conflicts between actors, and uncertainty about the film's production as reasons for his detachment. Priyadarshan also mentioned Paresh Rawal's frequent absences and alleged clashes with other cast members as contributing factors to the project's stalled progress. The director emphasized his lack of interest in revisiting the controversy, stating, "I don't want to talk about this matter." He instead focused on his upcoming thriller, Haiwaan, which he described as different from his usual comedies. Priyadarshan noted that the film is a remake of the Malayalam hit Oppam but emphasized that he reworks plots and characters when adapting films, ensuring each project maintains a distinct identity. He also revealed that Mohanlal will appear in Haiwaan, marking the actor's role in his hundredth film. Priyadarshan praised the chemistry between lead actors Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan, calling their combination "very good" and expressing enjoyment in working with them. He downplayed any expectations of a direct sequel to Hera Pheri, reiterating his practice of altering plots and characters when remaking films. The director also addressed Firoz Nadiadwala's comments about his exit from the project, stating, "I am glad he said that. I am not associated with it." The controversy surrounding Hera Pheri 3 has drawn attention from various sources, including media outlets and industry figures.#paresh_rawal #priyadarshan #mohanlal #hera_pheri_3 #subhash_k_jha
Priyadarshan Reveals He Left Hera Pheri 3 Due to Legal Disputes with Producer Firoz Nadiadwala Priyadarshan, the director of the iconic comedy franchise Hera Pheri, has publicly stated that he left the third installment of the series due to a series of legal disputes and personal grievances with producer Firoz Nadiadwala. The controversy erupted after Nadiadwala claimed Priyadarshan was no longer involved in the project, prompting the director to address the situation in an interview with Mid-Day. Priyadarshan alleged that Nadiadwala had repeatedly insulted him over the years, which made it difficult for him to continue working on the film. He also accused the producer of undermining his creative vision and interfering with the production process. The legal battles surrounding Hera Pheri 3 began in early 2025 when G.P. Vijayakumar, a South Indian producer, claimed that the rights to the franchise were not with Nadiadwala but with his company, Aditya Films. Vijayakumar argued that Nadiadwala had only acquired the rights to the Hindi remake of the Malayalam film Ramji Rao Speaking, which was the basis for the original Hera Pheri. He alleged that Nadiadwala had violated the terms of their agreement by creating a sequel without proper authorization. Priyadarshan confirmed that the legal disputes had created significant uncertainty, leading to his decision to step back from the project. In a detailed interview, Priyadarshan revealed that Nadiadwala had pressured him to abandon the film, claiming that the rights to the franchise were not his to control. The director also mentioned that Nadiadwala had allegedly told actor Akshay Kumar not to collaborate with him on the project, further complicating the situation.#priyadarshan #firoz_nadiadwala #hera_pheri_3 #g_p_vijayakumar #aditya_films
