Can Sonakshi Sinha Imagine ‘Hera Pheri 3’ Without Paresh Rawal?

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Key Takeaways
- Sonakshi Sinha can't envision ‘Hera Pheri 3’ without Paresh Rawal.
- Fans share her sentiments of his irreplaceability.
- Paresh Rawal announced his exit from the franchise.
- His departure has raised questions about the film's future.
- Sonakshi stars in the upcoming film ‘Nikita Roy’.
Mumbai, June 24 (NationPress) Bollywood actress Sonakshi Sinha has shared her thoughts regarding the eagerly awaited “Hera Pheri 3,” emphasizing that she cannot envision the film without the celebrated actor Paresh Rawal.
Renowned for his iconic role as Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, Rawal has been pivotal to the franchise, and Sonakshi’s comments reflect the feelings of numerous fans who view him as irreplaceable in this beloved comedy saga. When asked about her perspective on ‘Hera Pheri 3’ without Paresh Rawal, Sinha candidly replied. As an audience member herself, she mentioned to IANS that there’s absolutely no way she could see the film without him. She firmly asserted that Paresh Rawal’s involvement is crucial to the franchise’s appeal.
Sonakshi’s recent statement about not being able to picture “Hera Pheri 3” without Paresh follows shortly after the veteran actor confirmed his departure from the cherished comedy series. On May 18, Paresh Rawal addressed the ongoing rumors on social media, officially announcing that he would not partake in the highly awaited sequel.
He tweeted, “I wish to put it on record that my decision to step away from Hera Pheri 3 was not due to creative differences. I reiterate that there are no creative disagreements with the filmmaker. I hold immense love, respect, and faith in Mr. Priyadarshan the film director.”
Meanwhile, speaking about collaborating with the veteran actor for the first time in “Nikita Roy,” the Akira actress remarked, “Fantastic. I think it was such an honor for me to share screen space with an actor of his calibre. And, you know, in terms of his body of work and how amazing he is, it was an amazing experience for me.”
When asked if she prefers Paresh Rawal in comedic roles or serious characters, Sonakshi Sinha found it tough to decide. She commended the veteran actor’s versatility, stating it’s nearly impossible to choose one over the other. According to her, Rawal brings excellence to every character he embodies, irrespective of the genre.
On the work front, Sonakshi Sinha takes on the lead role in Nikita Roy, alongside Paresh Rawal, Arjun Rampal, and Suhail Nayyar. The film also marks the directorial debut of her brother Kussh Sinha and is set to hit theaters on June 27, 2025.