Suniel Shetty Opens Up About Hera Pheri’s ‘Disaster’ Start, Recalls Initial Disappointment: ‘Shows Were Flat… Zero’ [Video]

Suniel Shetty candidly reflects on the challenging start of Hera Pheri, describing the initial disappointment when the film’s early shows were flat and garnered zero response. Priyadarshan’s directorial venture has achieved cult-classic status in Hindi cinema. Starring Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, and Shetty in pivotal roles, it stands out as one of the most beloved comedy films ever made. While the film remains a timeless gem cherished by cinephiles across generations, it had a disaster start at ticket windows.

Suniel Shetty recently talked about the early days of Hera Pheri on a Bharti TV podcast, revealing how the film faced a challenging start at the box office. He recalled how the first two shows were disappointing, with zero footfalls, labeling it as a ‘disaster.’ Despite the initial setback, Shetty reminisced about the joyous atmosphere on set during filming, where the cast found the comedy immensely amusing. “The first two shows of Hera …