'Let Suniel Shetty be the hero': Akshay Kumar on being offered Shyam’s role in ‘Hera Pheri’, chose to play Raju instead
Akshay Kumar revealed he was initially offered Suniel Shetty's role in 'Hera Pheri'. He chose the character of Raju instead, seeking a mischievous, money-minded role unlike his previous action-oriented parts. This decision, he explained, allowed him to explore comedy and proved pivotal for his career, leading to the film's massive success and the iconic status of Raju.
Akshay Kumar revealed he was initially offered Suniel Shetty's role in 'Hera Pheri'. He chose the character of Raju instead, seeking a mischievous, money-minded role unlike his previous action-oriented parts. This decision, he explained, allowed him to explore comedy and proved pivotal for his career, leading to the film's massive success and the iconic status of Raju.
