Drishyam 3 gears up for its most ambitious chapter as Jaideep Ahlawat joins cast

With audience expectations at an all-time high, Drishyam 3 is shaping up to be the most ambitious and gripping installment of the blockbuster franchise. Following the massive success of the first two films, the third chapter promises to raise the stakes with shocking twists, deeper emotional conflict, and a larger narrative scale.

Adding fresh intensity to the story, acclaimed actor Jaideep Ahlawat has officially joined the cast and will share screen space with Ajay Devgn and Tabu for the first time. Known for his commanding performances and layered characters, Ahlawat is expected to play a pivotal role in the film. According to reports, he is set to begin shooting in January 2026.

Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar, the sharp-minded everyman whose intelligence and moral dilemmas have driven the franchise, while Tabu reprises her role as IG Meera Deshmukh. Their psychological face-off remains the emotional and narrative backbone of the series, with Drishyam 3 expected to explore the consequences of past choices more intensely than ever before.

Meanwhile, reports suggest that Akshaye Khanna, who played a key role in Drishyam 2, has exited the project. However, no official confirmation has been made by the makers regarding his departure.

The Drishyam franchise originated in 2013 with Jeethu Joseph’s Malayalam film starring Mohanlal, which went on to become a cult classic. The Hindi adaptations, produced by Panorama Studios, transformed the story into a pan-Indian phenomenon, delivering both critical acclaim and box-office success.

With a powerful cast, heightened drama, and the promise of unexpected turns, Drishyam 3 is poised to push the franchise to new heights, reinforcing its place as one of Indian cinema’s most compelling thriller series.