, May 20 -- Actor Akshay Kumar is reportedly preparing to sue co-star Paresh Rawal for Rs 25 crore in damages following the latter's sudden departure from the highly anticipated film Hera Pheri 3, which has allegedly disrupted the shoot, according to a report by Hindustan Times.

The legal action comes just two days after Paresh Rawal publicly confirmed his exit from the film via a post on X (formerly Twitter).

In his statement on May 18, Rawal clarified that his decision was not linked to creative or financial disagreements. "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,...