New Delhi, May 20 -- After Akshay Kumar sent a legal notice to Paresh Rawal, demanding Rs.25 crore in damages for 'sabotaging' Hera Pheri 3, director Priyadarshan stepped up in support of Akshay Kumar. He revealed that Paresh, who exited the franchise, never informed him about the decision.

Talking to Hindustan Times, Priyadarshan said that Akshay has the right to sue Paresh Rawal as he invested in the film, buying the rights for it from producer Feroz Nadiadwala.

The director said, "I don't know why this happened because Paresh didn't inform us. Before starting the film, Akshay asked me to check with both Paresh and Suniel and I did and both were onboard."

"I don't have anything to lose but Akshay has invested money and that could be ...