Hera Pheri is a popular Indian Hindi-language comedy film released in 2000. Directed by Priyadarshan and produced by A. G. Nadiadwala, the film stars Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Paresh Rawal, and Tabu in lead roles. Known for its hilarious dialogues, memorable characters, and situational comedy, the movie became a cult classic in Indian cinema. The story revolves around three financially struggling men who become involved in an unexpected kidnapping scheme after accidentally receiving a ransom call. Hera Pheri is a remake of the 1989 Malayalam film Ramji Rao Speaking.
Hera Pheri follows the lives of Raju, Shyam, and Baburao Ganpatrao Apte, three men who live together in a small building and struggle with financial problems.
Raju, played by Akshay Kumar, is an unemployed and street-smart young man who is constantly searching for ways to make money. Shyam, played by Suniel Shetty, arrives in the city hoping to secure a job but faces repeated disappointments. Baburao, popularly known as Babu Bhaiya and played by Paresh Rawal, is their landlord, who runs a small garage and is burdened by financial difficulties. Their lives take an unexpected turn when they accidentally intercept a telephone conversation involving the kidnapping of a wealthy man's grandson. Seeing an opportunity to escape their financial troubles, the trio attempts to use the situation to their advantage. However, their plan leads to a series of misunderstandings, comic situations, and dangerous encounters with criminals. Tabu plays Anuradha, while Om Puri, Gulshan Grover, Asrani, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, and Mukesh Khanna appear in important supporting roles. The film was directed by Priyadarshan, with a screenplay and dialogues by Neeraj Vora. Its music was composed by Anu Malik, with background music by Surinder Sodhi. Popular songs include “Jab Bhi Koi Haseena,” “Denewala Jab Bhi Deta,” and “Tun Tunak Tun.” Although the film received mixed reviews upon release, it gained enormous popularity over the years and became one of Hindi cinema's most celebrated comedy films. Its memorable performances, comic timing, and iconic dialogues continue to entertain audiences.