#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