The third instalment of Mohanlal’s Drishyam franchise now has a revised release date. The Malayalam superstar took to social media to confirm that Drishyam 3 will hit theatres worldwide on May 21, 2026.
Sharing the update on X, Mohanlal wrote, “The past never stays silent… it only waits. Georgekutty arrives, May 21, 2026. #Drishyam3 | Worldwide Release.” Notably, the date also coincides with the actor’s birthday.
The film was earlier expected to release on April 2 this year, but has now been postponed. Reports suggesting a delay had been circulating for a while, with speculation that the makers were reconsidering the timeline amid tensions in the Gulf region.
Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film wrapped its shoot in December last year. A video of Mohanlal celebrating the completion with the cast and crew had gone viral online.
Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, the film will see Mohanlal reprise his iconic role of Georgekutty. The ensemble cast also includes Meena as Rani George, Ansiba Hassan as Anju George, Esther Anil as Anumol “Anu” George, Asha Sharath as Geetha Prabhakar, Siddique as Prabhakar, Murali Gopy as IG Thomas Bastin IPS, and K. B. Ganesh Kumar as CI Philip Mathew.
For context, the original Drishyam released in 2013 and became a landmark film in Malayalam cinema. Its sequel followed in 2021, further cementing the franchise’s popularity.
Meanwhile, the Hindi adaptation starring Ajay Devgn is also gearing up for its third instalment. Drishyam 3 (Hindi) is scheduled to release on October 2, 2026, featuring Ajay Devgn alongside Tabu and Shriya Saran, with Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav, Rajat Kapoor, Kamlesh Sawant, and Rishab Chadha in supporting roles.
Drishyam 3 (Malayalam) is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on May 21, 2026.
2. Why was Drishyam 3 postponed?
The film was initially expected to release earlier, but reports suggest the makers delayed it due to external factors, including tensions in the Gulf region.
3. Who is playing Georgekutty in Drishyam 3?
Mohanlal will reprise his iconic role as Georgekutty in the third instalment.
4. Who are the main cast members of Drishyam 3?
The film features Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath, Siddique, Murali Gopy, and K. B. Ganesh Kumar alongside Mohanlal.
5. Who is directing Drishyam 3?
The film is directed by Jeethu Joseph, who also helmed the previous two parts.
6. When did the shooting of Drishyam 3 wrap up?
The film completed its shoot in December 2025.
7. Is Drishyam 3 connected to the earlier films?
Yes, it continues the story of Georgekutty and his family, following the events of Drishyam (2013) and Drishyam 2 (2021).
8. When is Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3 releasing?
The Hindi version starring Ajay Devgn is slated to release on October 2, 2026.
9. Will the Hindi version follow the same story as the Malayalam film?
While the Hindi version is adapted from the Malayalam franchise, the makers may introduce changes to suit the audience.
10. Who are the key actors in the Hindi Drishyam 3?
Ajay Devgn will lead the cast, alongside Tabu and Shriya Saran, with supporting roles from Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav, Rajat Kapoor, Kamlesh Sawant, and Rishab Chadha.
Sharing the update on X, Mohanlal wrote, “The past never stays silent… it only waits. Georgekutty arrives, May 21, 2026. #Drishyam3 | Worldwide Release.” Notably, the date also coincides with the actor’s birthday.
The film was earlier expected to release on April 2 this year, but has now been postponed. Reports suggesting a delay had been circulating for a while, with speculation that the makers were reconsidering the timeline amid tensions in the Gulf region.
Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film wrapped its shoot in December last year. A video of Mohanlal celebrating the completion with the cast and crew had gone viral online.
Produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the banner of Aashirvad Cinemas, the film will see Mohanlal reprise his iconic role of Georgekutty. The ensemble cast also includes Meena as Rani George, Ansiba Hassan as Anju George, Esther Anil as Anumol “Anu” George, Asha Sharath as Geetha Prabhakar, Siddique as Prabhakar, Murali Gopy as IG Thomas Bastin IPS, and K. B. Ganesh Kumar as CI Philip Mathew.
For context, the original Drishyam released in 2013 and became a landmark film in Malayalam cinema. Its sequel followed in 2021, further cementing the franchise’s popularity.
Meanwhile, the Hindi adaptation starring Ajay Devgn is also gearing up for its third instalment. Drishyam 3 (Hindi) is scheduled to release on October 2, 2026, featuring Ajay Devgn alongside Tabu and Shriya Saran, with Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav, Rajat Kapoor, Kamlesh Sawant, and Rishab Chadha in supporting roles.
FAQs: Drishyam 3
1. When is Drishyam 3 releasing in theatres?Drishyam 3 (Malayalam) is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on May 21, 2026.
2. Why was Drishyam 3 postponed?
The film was initially expected to release earlier, but reports suggest the makers delayed it due to external factors, including tensions in the Gulf region.
3. Who is playing Georgekutty in Drishyam 3?
Mohanlal will reprise his iconic role as Georgekutty in the third instalment.
4. Who are the main cast members of Drishyam 3?
The film features Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Asha Sharath, Siddique, Murali Gopy, and K. B. Ganesh Kumar alongside Mohanlal.
5. Who is directing Drishyam 3?
The film is directed by Jeethu Joseph, who also helmed the previous two parts.
6. When did the shooting of Drishyam 3 wrap up?
The film completed its shoot in December 2025.
7. Is Drishyam 3 connected to the earlier films?
Yes, it continues the story of Georgekutty and his family, following the events of Drishyam (2013) and Drishyam 2 (2021).
8. When is Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3 releasing?
The Hindi version starring Ajay Devgn is slated to release on October 2, 2026.
9. Will the Hindi version follow the same story as the Malayalam film?
While the Hindi version is adapted from the Malayalam franchise, the makers may introduce changes to suit the audience.
10. Who are the key actors in the Hindi Drishyam 3?
Ajay Devgn will lead the cast, alongside Tabu and Shriya Saran, with supporting roles from Ishita Dutta, Mrunal Jadhav, Rajat Kapoor, Kamlesh Sawant, and Rishab Chadha.