After confirming that he is no longer associated with rigging 3Filmmaker Priyadarshan has now shared the latest information about his decision to walk away from the much-awaited comedy franchise. The director has alleged that producer Firoz Nadiadwala’s repeated insults as well as the long-running copyright dispute over the franchise convinced him that the film could never be made.
“Hera Pheri 3 will be finished”, says Priyadarshan, days after exiting Akshay Kumar-starrer; Firoz Nadiadwala accused of repeatedly insulting
This development comes soon after Nadiadwala revealed that Priyadarshan is no longer directing rigging 3. The filmmaker later confirmed the news to Hindustan Times, “As far as I know, rigging 3 Due to several legal issues and personal conflicts it would never be released on screen. “Whether I’m involved or not is immaterial.”
Now, in an exclusive conversation with Mid-Day, Priyadarshan explained in detail what led to his exit and opened up about his differences with the producer.
Recalling his conversation with Akshay Kumar, the director said, “Feroze told Akshay, ‘You have the right to make.’ rigging 3But never get along with Priyadarshan. This is my only request. He has insulted me many times. They told me that my cut off Foul play (2000) seemed like a poor man’s version, that he had to edit my five-hour film. I initially agreed to make the third part with Akshay because I felt I could make one of the biggest franchises in this country. If I had directed it I could have made it even bigger stalwart. Akshay, Sunil and Paresh requested me to make rigging 3. “They all got excited when I told them the story.”
According to Priyadarshan, the problems associated with the project started much earlier. He revealed that in 2025, he had received a call from GP Vijayakumar of Seven Arts Films, warning him about possible legal complications if the film went ahead.
“When rigging 3 The announcement was made, I got a call from GP Vijayakumar of Seven Arts Films saying that if we ever made the film, it would be a violation. I didn’t know what to do. that’s why i said so rigging 3 I will never be able to see a screen with the same characters. You may never see them again because there are too many legal issues. According to me, Foul play (born 2000), Hera Pheri 2 (2006) became ill, and rigging 3 Will die,” the filmmaker said.
Meanwhile, despite his exit rigging 3Priyadarshan’s professional association with Akshay Kumar remains strong. Days after confirming his departure from the franchise, the filmmaker also confirmed his ninth collaboration with the actor.
Readers may remember that IHNS He was the first to report that the pair had reunited for another project. In April this year, a source told the publication, “Priyadarshan is making an exciting film and he has signed Akshay Kumar for it. It will be a typical Priyaan entertainer that will appeal to youth and families alike.” The source further revealed that the untitled comic entertainer will be produced by Tips Films, which marks the banner’s first collaboration with Priyadarshan and the second film for Akshay Kumar and Tips after this. Entertainment (2014).
This confirmation also came ahead of the release of their eighth collaboration, beastWhich is going to hit the theaters on September 11, 2026. Saif Ali Khan also plays an important role in the film.
