#ThrowbackThursday: Paresh Rawal’s iconic comedy films
Priyamm Dangi
Feb 23, 2023
Shooting for Hera Pheri 3
Helmed by Neeraj Vohra, actors Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar and Suneil Shetty have started shooting for the much-awaited Hera Pheri 3
Going down memory lane
Paresh Rawal is known for his acting prowess and comic timing. Here’s a look at the actor’s iconic comedy films
Andaz Apna Apna
Paresh plays a dual role in the 1994 cult film, Andaz Apna Apna. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, the film features Amir Khan, Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor and Raveena Tandon in lead roles
Hera Pheri
In the year 2000, he played the character of Baburao in Priyadarshan’s film Hera Pheri. The movie also starred Akshay Kumar and Suneil Shetty
Hungama
Paresh played a businessman in the 2003 film, Hungama, directed by Priyadarshan. It also featured actors Akshaye Khanna and Rimi Sen in lead roles
Garam Masala
He was Uncle Mambo in the 2005 comedy film Garam Masala, which was also directed by Priyadarshan. It starred Akshay Kumar and John Abrahm, among others
Welcome
One of his best known comedy films is Welcome, directed by Anees Bazmee. Released in 2007, the movie also featured Akshay Kumar, Nana Patekar and Katrina Kaif
Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge
Paresh played an elderly guest who causes chaos in his relative’s family in the 2010 film Atithi Tum Kab Jaoge? Directed by Ashwini Dhar, it featured Ajay Devgn and Konkona Sensharma in lead roles
Bhagam Bhag
Bhagam Bhag is another cult classic by Priyadarshan, released in 2006. It featured Akshay Kumar and Govinda in lead roles
Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Paresh was a treat to watch in the 2007 film Bhool Bhulaiyaa, also directed by Priyadarshan. It starred Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan