The success of Total Dhamaal behind him, director Indra Kumar was to collaborate with Akshay Kumar for Hera Pheri 3. The third edition of the laugh riot — that has been plagued with several hurdles over the past five years — would see Suniel Shetty and Paresh Rawal reprise their memorable roles.

However, mid-day has learnt that the Firoz Nadiadwala production has been pushed again. On his part, the director has moved on to another project that will see him reuniting with Total Dhamaal star Ajay Devgn.