Drishyam 3: Jaideep Ahlawat Joins Ajay Devgn's Suspense Thriller After Akshaye Khanna's Exit - Report

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Drishyam franchise is all set to make a grand return with its highly anticipated third installment, which promises to be the most ambitious chapter yet. After the phenomenal success of the first two films, Drishyam 3 is expected to deliver twists and turns that will keep audiences on the edge of their seats, a fact already hinted at in the film’s first teaser.Amid the growing buzz around Drishyam 3, a new report gives an exciting update about the film. According to a recent report, actor Jaideep Ahlawat has officially joined the cast, marking his debut in the franchise alongside Ajay Devgn and Tabu. Previously, reports suggested that Akshaye Khanna has taken an exit from the franchise.

Jaideep Ahlawat joins Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3

According to a report in Pinkvilla, Ahlawat’s inclusion is being seen as a significant boost for the film. A source close to the production shared, “Jaideep will begin shooting for Drishyam 3 in January 2026. He has been cast in a pivotal role that promises to bring a fresh twist to the story, making the plot even more gripping for the audience.”Ajay Devgn will reprise his iconic role as Vijay Salgaonkar, while Tabu returns as IG Meera Deshmukh, continuing their intense and dramatic cat-and-mouse confrontation that has become a trademark of the series. Fans are eagerly awaiting how this face-off will evolve in the new installment, especially with the added dimension of Ahlawat’s character.

Akshaye Khanna's exit from Drishyam 3 post Dhurandhar success

Meanwhile, the film has been making headlines due to reports suggesting that Akshaye Khanna may have exited the project following the success of Dhurandhar. Although there is no official confirmation yet, sources hint that disagreements over salary could have been a factor in his departure, creating a minor stir among fans and media.

About Drishyam

For those unfamiliar with the franchise, the Drishyam series originated in 2013 with Jeetu Joseph’s Malayalam crime thriller, produced by Antony Perumbavoor’s Aashirvad Cinemas and starring Mohanlal as George Kutty. In 2015, Panorama Studios, led by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak, acquired the Hindi remake rights. The Hindi adaptation, directed by the late Nishikant Kamat, featured Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, and others, quickly becoming a benchmark in Indian thriller cinema.