Priyadarshan on Paresh Rawal's 'Choked' Hera Pheri Role: 'He Jumped For It Then'

• Priyadarshan reacted to Paresh Rawal's claim of feeling 'choked' by his iconic Baburao role in Hera Pheri.
• Rawal previously called the character a 'gale ka phanda' (noose around his neck) and sought 'liberation'.
• Priyadarshan stated Rawal 'jumped for' the role, which he described as the film's hero, when it was offered.
• The director noted Rawal primarily played villain roles before Baburao, which transformed him into a comedy legend.
• Despite Rawal's feelings, Baburao Ganpatrao Apte remains a cult character, celebrated by fans over two decades later.