Actor Akshay Kumar's production company, Cape of Good Films, has issued a public notice claiming exclusive worldwide rights to Hera Pheri 3 and warning the film industry against any unauthorised use of the movie's intellectual property.

The notice cautions distributors, cinema owners, OTT platforms, television channels, advertisers and other industry stakeholders not to sign any agreement with individuals or companies claiming rights to the film without prior written approval from Cape of Good Films.

According to the notice, Cape of Good Films LLP holds the sole and exclusive worldwide licence to produce, distribute, market, commercialise and otherwise manage Hera Pheri 3. The company said its rights cover all forms of media, platforms, technologies and formats, both existing and future.

The production house also urged everyone in the film industry to recognise it as the only authorised rights holder for the film.

It warned that anyone entering into deals with third parties claiming rights to Hera Pheri 3 without its written permission would do so at their own risk. The company added that it reserves the right to take legal action against any unauthorised use or agreement involving the film.

The public notice comes as Hera Pheri 3 continues to face several controversies and production setbacks.

In recent weeks, director Priyadarshan announced that he had withdrawn from the project, alleging that producer Firoz Nadiadwala had repeatedly insulted him during their interactions.

The film was originally expected to reunite the franchise's popular trio of Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal, with Priyadarshan returning to direct.

The project has, however, faced multiple obstacles. In May 2025, Paresh Rawal announced that he was leaving the film before later rejoining the cast. Despite his return, the movie has continued to face delays and legal disputes over its production and ownership rights.

Source: NDTV