Drishyam 3 Release Date Confirmed as Ajay Devgn Returns

Get ready to put on your thinking cap again. Drishyam 3 is officially happening. Ajay Devgn has confirmed that the much-awaited third installment of the iconic crime-thriller franchise will release in theatres on October 2, 2026. The announcement came with a chilling message that instantly sent fans into a frenzy: “Aakhri hissa baaki hai.”

With this, it’s Clearly, the story of Vijay Salgaonkar is heading toward its final and most suspenseful chapter.

Drishyam 3 Official Release Date Confirmed

Actor Ajay Devgn announced the arrival of Drishyam 3 across his social media accounts alongside an official teaser that displays scenes from both previous installments. This time the date for when fans can see the film will fall on October 2nd (Gandhi Jayanti) which fits perfectly within the theme of this franchise as it relates to symbolism as well.

The teaser gives hints regarding how the overall storyline may continue to progress through this movie until ultimately leading to more questions regarding what really happened towards bringing about the resolution of these movies.

What Ajay Devgn’s Statement Means

The statement "Aakhri hissa baaki hai" indicates that Drishyam 3 will be the last installment in this series of movies about a father trying to protect his family's reputation from both the police investigation and the media. The announcement of this film's creation means quite a bit to many fans who have been following the story since 2015 when the franchise began with the release of its first film.

In the promotional teaser for Drishyam 3, the voiceover by Ajay states: "Everyone has their versions of the truth, I have only my family." This statement further backs up the overall idea portrayed in all three movies of Drishyam, that is how far the father will do anything to keep his family safe, even going as far as to deceive and trick the authorities.

Returning Cast and Director

Familiar Faces Return: 

The makers are bringing back the original ensemble, which has been one of the franchise’s biggest strengths:

• Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar
• Tabu as IG Meera Deshmukh
• Shriya Saran as Nandini Salgaonkar
• Rajat Kapoor in a key role

Their performances played a crucial role in making the first two films massive successes.

Abhishek Pathak, Director: 

Abhishek Pathak is the one who directed Drishyam 2, and he is now ready to direct Drishyam 3. His continuation ensures consistency in tone, storytelling, and suspense.

What We Know About the Story So Far

Since the producers of this project are keeping the specific details of its plot a secret, the following information has been leaked or otherwise informed by others:

• The plot picks up approximately where Drishyam 2 left off. It will include new development that will cause the Salgaonkar family to undergo additional struggles and turbulence.
• The aftermath of Vijay's actions in prior films will be displayed.
• The storyline will develop further, and push the moral limits more than ever before.

So it can be said that Drishyam 3 will create more dangerous situations, and involve greater psychological game-play, as well as create a much more emotional conflict than the previous two films.

Drishyam Franchise: A Quick Box Office Recap

The success of the earlier films explains why expectations are sky-high for Drishyam 3.

Drishyam (2015):

• Worldwide collection: ₹110.40 crore
• Net domestic collection: ₹68.66 crore
• Budget: Approx. ₹48 crore

Drishyam 2 (2022):

• Net domestic collection: ₹239.67 crore
• Worldwide gross: ₹342 crore
• One of the biggest post-pandemic hits

These numbers prove that audiences are deeply invested in Vijay Salgaonkar’s story.

Connection with the Malayalam Original

Drishyam 3 will again have Mohanlal as its central character, and has again been directed by Jeethu Joseph. Reports indicate that Mohanlal has begun filming for the Malayalam version, and that a plan is currently being discussed to have the Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu versions released at the same time.

The wider reach of this movie will probably boost the film's visibility throughout. 

Drishyam 3: Eagerly Awaited Film of 2026 

Reasons for fans of Drishyam watchers to be excited:

• Fans have been waiting for the final chapter and the last sequel of this film.
• The most iconic character played by Ajay Devgn is returning.
• The franchise has had previous box office success.
• The storyline will feature high levels of suspense with strong, emotional undertones.
• The film will be released during a holiday period.
• It’s very rare that a Bollywood thriller retains its intrigue through multiple releases, but Drishyam 3 has demonstrated this ability.

Ajay Devgn's character, Vijay Salgaonkar, will be on a quest to find out how the plot will end. As with the previous two movies in the series, Drishyam 3 will challenge our assumptions about truth and reality. Are you looking forward to the conclusion of the Drishyam series? Let us know what your thoughts are on Drishyam 3!

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