Overview

• The planned October 2 reveal of a 1 minute 25 second Hindi teaser did not happen, with producer Kumar Mangat Pathak citing an unfinished background score.
• Multiple reports say an adaptation clause gives Jeethu Joseph and Antony Perumbavoor approval over Hindi announcements, resulting in a temporary hold on promotions.
• The clause was reportedly enforced after the Hindi producers announced an October 2, 2026 release soon after the Malayalam shoot was made public.
• The Malayalam Drishyam 3 began filming on September 22 with Mohanlal, while the Ajay Devgn-led Hindi version directed by Abhishek Pathak is expected to start in December 2025.
• Creative differences surfaced after a shift from the original plan for Jeethu Joseph to direct all versions, with the Malayalam team now aiming to release their film before the Hindi counterpart.