Drishyam 3 release date: Malayalam superstar Mohanlal’s highly anticipated Drishyam 3 is set to hit theatres in the first week of April 2026, director
Jeethu Joseph confirmed at a hospital launch event on January 6. The news has excited fans across India and beyond, eager to witness the next chapter in Georgekutty’s gripping story.
Jeethu Joseph, who has already wrapped up shooting for the film, provided the update while also talking about his upcoming Malayalam film Valathu Vashathe Kallan, releasing on January 30, 2026.
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Speaking about Drishyam 3, the filmmaker said, “Drishyam is a film that has influenced a lot of people over the years. It carries a huge weight of expectations within itself, and I ask everyone to watch it without any big expectations. The film will be available to watch in theatres in the first week of April. The official release announcement will be made soon. Additionally, on January 30, my other film, Valathu Vashathe Kallan, is releasing. I am confident it will be a good movie.”
The Malayalam original of Drishyam 3 will follow the release of the Hindi version, starring Ajay Devgn, which has already been scheduled for October 2, 2026. The simultaneous anticipation for both versions highlights the enduring popularity of the Drishyam franchise, which began in 2013 with the original film.
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Drishyam 3 picks up four and a half years after the events of the second film, continuing the story of Georgekutty, played by Mohanlal. Speaking earlier at the film’s launch, Jeethu Joseph teased, “The story picks up four and a half years after the events of the last film. It explores what happens next in Georgekutty’s life. Fans can expect a continuation that stays true to the suspense and emotions they loved in the first two films.”
Alongside Mohanlal, the film also features Meena and Anisba Hassan in pivotal roles. While Jeethu Joseph has kept many plot details under wraps, fans can expect the signature mix of suspense, family drama, and emotional intensity that made the first two films such a phenomenon.
The announcement has generated excitement on social media, with fans eagerly marking their calendars for April. Given the franchise’s track record, Drishyam 3 is expected to dominate box offices across Kerala, India, and internationally.
