Drishyam 3 Release Date
Drishyam 3 (Hindi) is officially slated to release in theatres on 2 October 2026, once again locking Gandhi Jayanti as “Drishyam Day” for the franchise. The makers announced the date through an announcement promo, with Ajay Devgn’s Vijay Salgaonkar hinting that the “last chapter” of this crime thriller universe is on the way.
Shooting for the Hindi version is underway in early 2026, while the original Malayalam Drishyam 3, directed by Jeethu Joseph and starring Mohanlal, is targeting an April 2026 theatrical release, meaning the Malayalam film will arrive a few months earlier.
For viewers who care about planning around holidays and big-screen experiences, this timing keeps the now-iconic 2 October connection intact and positions the film as one of the major Bollywood thrillers of late 2026.
Cast of Drishyam 3
The confirmed cast of Drishyam 3 brings back the core faces, with some new, interesting additions that expand the thriller’s world.
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Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar, returning as the calm but relentless family man at the centre of the mystery.
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Tabu as IG Meera Deshmukh, continuing the fierce cat-and-mouse dynamic that has defined the series.
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Shriya Saran as Nandini Salgaonkar, again playing the emotional anchor of the family.
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Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav as Anju and Anu, with Ishita already sharing a clapboard picture from the Drishyam 3 set in January 2026, confirming shoot is in progress.
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Rajat Kapoor, reprising his role linked to the investigation side of the story.
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Jaideep Ahlawat, joining in a pivotal role described as adding a fresh twist to the narrative.
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Prakash Raj, recently reported to be on board, bringing another seasoned presence to the ensemble.
This mix of returning cast and new entries keeps the continuity fans expect, while signalling that the third part will raise the stakes rather than simply repeat old beats.
About Drishyam 3
Drishyam 3 is positioned as the final chapter of the Hindi Drishyam trilogy, following Vijay Salgaonkar and his family as they once again navigate the long shadow of a crime that refuses to fully disappear.
Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film continues the grounded, small-town crime thriller tone of Drishyam and Drishyam 2, but early descriptions suggest even sharper psychological tension and more layered investigation angles.
Industry reports describe it as a story where old secrets resurface in new ways, with fresh characters like Jaideep Ahlawat’s role and Prakash Raj’s entry complicating Vijay’s carefully built life.
On the larger franchise level, 2026 will effectively deliver two Drishyam 3 experiences: the Malayalam original with Mohanlal expected in April 2026, and the Hindi version on 2 October 2026, giving thriller fans a rare chance to see how the same core idea plays out in two industries within the same year.
For audiences searching for clear, up-to-date information release date, confirmed cast, and what to expect from the story current reports consistently point to a high-stakes, theatrically driven finale rather than a rushed extension, which aligns well with the franchise’s reputation for tight plotting and strong performances.
Disclaimer: The Information about the Drishyam 3 release date, cast, and plot is based on recent news reports and official announcements and may change closer to release. Details such as schedules, casting, and theatrical plans should be rechecked with official studio, distributor, or theatre/OTT sources before making any final plans.
