Drishyam 3 is steadily shaping up to be one of the most keenly watched Hindi franchise films, with Ajay Devgn returning as Vijay Salgaonkar alongside Tabu and Shriya Saran. After the makers expanded the ensemble with Jaideep Ahlawat coming on board in December 2025, the third instalment has now added another heavyweight performer to its line up: Prakash Raj.
Known for bringing authority and unpredictability to every frame, Prakash Raj’s entry signals a fresh turn in the franchise’s cat and mouse tension, especially as the film heads into its filming schedule.
Prakash Raj Joins Drishyam 3 Cast
Prakash Raj has officially joined the cast of Drishyam 3. While the franchise has often been driven by the psychological duel between Vijay and the investigating machinery around him, the new addition is expected to widen the conflict rather than repeat familiar beats.
According to a report by Bollywood Hungama, Prakash Raj will be seen in a fresh and intriguing character, and notably, he is not playing a cop. He has already begun shooting for the film, indicating that key portions are now rolling and that the production is moving at a brisk pace.
Abhishek Pathak Returns As Director, Writing Team Locked
Drishyam 3 is being directed by Abhishek Pathak, who also returns as a writer on the film. The writing credits additionally include Aamil Keeyan Khan and Parveez Shaikh. With the franchise’s appeal resting heavily on airtight plotting and carefully placed reveals, the confirmed writing team will be closely watched by audiences expecting another tightly constructed thriller.
Producers And Studio Backing For The Franchise Thriller
The film is produced by Panorama Studios, with Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak producing under the banner. Star Studio18 is also producing, with Alok Jain and Ajit Andhare attached as producers. The combination of established franchise custodians and studio scale support suggests the makers are positioning Drishyam 3 as a major theatrical event.
Drishyam 3 Release Date Set For October 2, 2026
The makers have locked October 2, 2026 as the theatrical release date for Drishyam 3. The date continues the franchise tradition of aligning with October 2, a marker that became central to the narrative and has since evolved into a recognisable brand identity for the series.
With Prakash Raj now in the mix, and a strong returning cast plus new additions, Drishyam 3 looks set to raise the stakes while keeping its most iconic legacy intact.
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