Director Jeethu Joseph has confirmed that Mohanlal starrer Drishyam 3 will release in the first week of April 2026. This announcement comes after the film recently wrapped up its shooting schedule. Fans of the franchise have been eagerly waiting for this update.
The director made the announcement during the inauguration of a hospital. He also requested audiences to come to theatres without any big expectations. The Malayalam original will release six months ahead of the Hindi remake starring Ajay Devgn.
Jeethu Joseph Confirms April 2026 Release
Speaking at the event, director Jeethu Joseph shared exciting details about the upcoming sequel. He confirmed that Drishyam 3 will be available to watch in theatres in the first week of April 2026. The official release announcement will be made soon by the makers.
The filmmaker spoke about the massive expectations surrounding the film. He said that Drishyam is a film that has influenced a lot of people over the years and carries a huge weight of expectations within itself. He urged everyone to watch it without any big expectations.
Hindi Remake To Follow Six Months Later
This confirmation comes after the makers of Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3 announced that the Hindi version would release on October 2, 2026. Initially, there were speculations that the original and the remake would arrive in theatres simultaneously. However, the Malayalam version will now have a clear six month head start.
The October 2 date holds special significance for the Drishyam franchise as the events in the films are closely tied to Gandhi Jayanti. Fans will get to experience both versions in the same year.
The Legacy Of Drishyam Franchise
Drishyam 3 continues the story of Georgekutty, the iconic character played by Mohanlal. The original film follows a middle class man who leads a modest life with his wife and daughters. Their lives take a drastic turn when the family comes under suspicion after IG Geetha Prabhakar’s son Varun Prabhakar goes missing.
The 2021 sequel explored new dimensions of the story and was received very well by audiences. The third installment is expected to explore yet another chapter in this gripping tale.
About Drishyam 3
Drishyam 3 is the upcoming sequel in the crime drama franchise directed by Jeethu Joseph. The film stars Mohanlal reprising his role as Georgekutty. The cast also includes Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath, Murali Gopi and Siddique. The film releases in theatres in the first week of April 2026. The director’s other film Valathu Vashathe Kallan releases on January 30.
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