As Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Hits Cinemas, Here's Where To Watch Earlier Jeethu Joseph Films On OTT

Drishyam 3 has arrived in cinemas today, May 21, 2026. Needless to say, excitement among Malayalam cinema fans has skyrocketed. The latest chapter in the hugely successful thriller franchise brings back Mohanlal as Georgekutty, the clever and protective family man whose life took a shocking turn after an unprecedented crime. With audiences rushing to theatres to catch the new installment, many viewers are also revisiting the earlier films that made the series one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated thrillers - spawning multiple versions in various languages. Jeethu Joseph’s Malayalam thriller Drishyam released in 2013 and completely changed how thrillers are witnessed across the country. The film followed Georgekutty, a simple cable TV operator

living a peaceful life with his wife and daughters in a small village. However, things take a dark turn when his family gets involved in an accidental crime, forcing Georgekutty to use his wit and instincts to protect his family at any cost. The film was widely acclaimed at the box office and by critics alike and was noted for its gripping screenplay, depth and twists.

The film which would go on to rake in a lifetime business of Rs 62 crore at the box office, continues to enjoy immense popularity on streaming platforms. Currently holding an impressive IMDb rating of 8.4 fans can watch it on JioHotstar with a subscription.Drishyam 2 entered drawing rooms in 2021, after years of anticipation. The story picked up several years after the events of the original and explored how Georgekutty and his family continued to live under the shadow of the past. While Georgekutty appeared to have rebuilt his life, old secrets started resurfacing, creating fresh tension and danger for the family. However, unlike the first, Drishyam 2 skipped a theatrical release because of the COVID-19pandemic and premiered directly on Prime Video. Despite releasing on a streaming platform, the film received massive appreciation from fans for maintaining taut suspense and delivering another powerful climax.

With Drishyam 3 finally hitting theatres, fans are now eager to see what lies ahead for Georgekutty. Before watching the latest chapter, one must revisit the first two films to relive one of Indian cinema’s finest thriller franchises.Drishyam 3, written and directed by Jeethu Joseph, is produced by Antony Perumbavoorand is the third installment in the Drishyam series. Apart from Mohanlal, the film also stars Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil,Murali Gopy, Siddique, and Asha Sarath reprising their roles from the previous two instalments.