The “Hera Pheri 3” copyright dispute has taken a new turn. Cape of Good Films LLP, production company Akshay Kumarannounced in the July 4, 2026 edition of the business magazine “Complete Cinema” that it alone has the exclusive rights to produce and commercially exploit the film. The notice also warned members of the film industry and other businesses not to enter into an agreement with any third party for the rights of “Hera Pheri 3” without the company’s signature.
Announcement to Industry Stakeholders
Bollywood Hungama reported a screenshot of the announcement shared by the Akshay Kumar fan club. It is aimed at the public as well as stakeholders in the Indian film industry including distributors, exhibitors, theater chains, OTT platforms, TV broadcasters, digital platforms, advertisers, licensors, licensees, aggregators, syndicators and other interested parties.The notice reads: “Notification is hereby issued to the public at large and in particular the Indian film industry including but not limited to all distributors, exhibitors, cinema chains, OTT and streaming platforms, television broadcasters, digital platforms, advertisers, licensors, licensees, aggregators, syndicators and all other relevant persons and entities, Cape of Good Films LLP is the sole and exclusive owner of the irrevocable, worldwide, perpetual, unencumbered license to produce, distribute, market, exploit, commercialize and otherwise deal with the motion picture currently titled “Hera Pheri 3” (the “Film”), and all rights therein, in all modes, media, platforms, technologies and formats, whether now known or hereafter devised.It further stated, “All persons and entities are hereby called upon to recognize and respect the above rights of Cape of Good Films LLP and are further warned not to enter into any arrangements, transactions, negotiations, representation or dealings with any third party claiming rights in the film without the prior written authorization of Cape of Good Films LLP.”
legal Notification contains warning
The notice also includes a legal warning, stating: “Anyone who violates this notice does so entirely at his or her own risk and Cape of Good Films LLP reserves all rights and remedies at law and in equity.”
priyadarshan Exit and charges against Firoz Nadiadwala
This announcement comes as uncertainty remains over the fate of Hera Pheri 3. The film has been in the news in recent weeks after filmmaker Priyadarshan announced that he would no longer be directing the highly-anticipated comedy. He also made serious allegations against producer Firoz Nadiadwala, claiming that he was repeatedly insulted during their dealings. The director added that he believes Hera Pheri 3 could become one of the biggest film franchises in India if he is at the helm.
Priyadarshan recalls being insulted by Firoz Nadiadwala
In an interview with Mid-Day, Priyadarshan shared the details of one of the episodes and said, “Firoz told Akshay, ‘You have the right to make Hera Pheri 3, but definitely not with Priyadarshan. This is my only demand.'” He has insulted me many times. He told me that my edit of Hera Pheri (2000) looked like a poor man’s version and that he had to edit five hours of my film. I initially agreed to do the third part with Akshay because I thought I could do one of the biggest franchises in the country. If I had directed, I could have made it bigger than Durandal. Akshay, Suniel and Paresh asked me to do Hera Pheri 3. When I told them this story, they were very excited. “
Hera Pheri 3 The bumpy journey so far
“Hera Pheri 3” was originally intended to reunite Akshay Kumar’s beloved trio. Sunil Shetty and Paresh Rawalhelmed by Priyadarshan. But the project has hit multiple roadblocks since then. Paresh Rawal briefly exited the film in May 2025 before returning to the cast, and the project continues to be mired in legal troubles.
