Drishyam 3: Here's When Ajay Devgn's Vijay Salgaonkar Is Back In Theatres With New Mystery

The wait for one of Bollywood’s most gripping thriller franchises is finally over. Makers of Drishyam 3 have finally announced the release date of Ajay Devgn’s much-anticipated return as Vijay Salgaonkar.

On Monday morning, the team unveiled a new promo confirming that the film will hit theatres on October 2, 2026.

Drishyam: What Is The Significance of October 2

The Drishyam 3 announcement immediately sparked excitement among fans, as October 2 has become synonymous with the franchise’s carefully constructed mystery and Vijay Salgaonkar’s famously meticulous alibis. Releasing the film on this date signals that the new chapter will once again play with timelines, memory, and misdirection. These are all elements that have defined the Drishyam series so far.

Ajay Devgn To Return As Vijay Salgaonkar

Ajay Devgn will reprise his iconic role as Vijay Salgaonkar. The seemingly ordinary man whose extraordinary intelligence helped his family evade the law time and again will once again be back on the silver screen to woo audiences. Joining him once more are Tabu, Shriya Saran, and Rajat Kapoor - all of whom have been confirmed to return in Drishyam 3. Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav, who play Vijay’s daughters, will also be back, continuing the emotional core of the story.

Will Akshaye Khanna Return Post Dhurandhar Success?

However, whether Akshaye Khanna - who is riding high on the success of Aditya Dhar’s Dhurandhar – is still uncertain. Akshaye Khanna had, through his portrayal of a sharp, relentless cop in Drishyam, received much love. The makers, however, did not confirm whether his character will feature in the third instalment. Details about the film’s trailer are also being kept under wraps, with an official announcement expected sometime in 2026.

Drishyam 3 Details: Plot, Cast

Production on Drishyam 3 is currently underway and is expected to wrap up in the first half of next year. The film is being directed by Abhishek Pathak, who also helmed the second part, ensuring tonal and narrative continuity. The screenplay has been written by Abhishek Pathak along with Aamil Keeyan Khan and Parveez Shaikh, while the film is being produced by Alok Jain, Ajit Andhare, Kumar Mangat Pathak, and Abhishek Pathak.

About Drishyam Franchise

The Drishyam franchise began in 2015 as a Hindi remake of the Malayalam film of the same name. Directed by the late Nishikant Kamat, the first film followed Vijay Salgaonkar, a cable TV operator from Goa who uses his love for cinema and sharp intellect to protect his family after an unexpected crime shakes their lives. The sequel, Drishyam 2, released in 2022 and took the franchise to new heights, cementing Vijay Salgaonkar as one of Hindi cinema’s most fascinating anti-heroes.