For fans of the Drishyam series, October 2 is a date that needs no explanation. Everyone was eagerly waiting for the announcement teaser of Drishyam 3, starring Ajay Devgn, on this special day. However, the date came and went with no teaser, leaving fans wondering what happened. While the official reason given was a delay in background music, the real story seems to be a plot twist worthy of the film itself.
The truth is that a one-minute-25-second teaser was all ready to go. The real reason for the delay is a disagreement between the Hindi film’s producer, Kumar Mangat Pathak, and the creators of the original Malayalam masterpiece, director Jeethu Joseph and producer Antony Perumbavoor.
What Really Happened On October 2?
According to sources, there is a special clause in the contract between the Hindi and Malayalam teams. This rule says that the Hindi team cannot make any major announcements about their film without getting permission from the original makers first. This clause reportedly came into play after the Hindi team announced their film’s release date, October 2, 2026, right after Mohanlal began shooting for the Malayalam version.
This sudden announcement did not sit well with the original creators, leading them to enforce the contract clause and put a stop to the October 2 teaser launch. It seems the behind-the-scenes drama is getting as intense as the on-screen story of Vijay Salgaonkar.
Trouble Between The Two ‘Drishyams’
The problem goes deeper than just a teaser. The original grand plan was for all three versions of Drishyam 3, Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu, to be directed by Jeethu Joseph and released on the same day. This would have been a massive, unprecedented event in Indian cinema.
However, things changed when Kumar Mangat Pathak decided he wanted his son, Abhishek Pathak, to direct the Hindi version, especially after the huge success of Drishyam 2. This change led to a “difference of opinion” and has created friction between the two camps. Now, the Malayalam team is keen to release their film before the Hindi version hits theatres, turning this collaboration into a competition.
About Drishyam 3
Drishyam 3 is the upcoming third installment in the popular Hindi crime thriller franchise, which is a remake of the acclaimed Malayalam film series. The movie will see Ajay Devgn return as the iconic character Vijay Salgaonkar. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, it continues the story of a man who will do anything to protect his family.
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