Priyadarshan reacts to Paresh Rawal’s claim that he felt “choked” playing his Hera Pheri character. The director says Rawal jumped at the role, knowing he was the hero, and put his heart into it. He also laments comedy directors often get less respect

Hera Pheri 3 faces legal trouble after Seven Arts International claimed ownership of the franchise and approached the Madras High Court, disputing Firoz Nadiadwala’s rights. The case has created uncertainty around the film’s future as the court reviews the copyright battle