Overview
- Kumar Mangat Pathak says Akshaye Khanna signed for Drishyam 3, took an advance and then withdrew days before his scheduled shoot, leading to a legal notice.
- He cites a revived request to wear a wig as the sticking point, arguing it would break continuity because the sequel begins where Drishyam 2 ended.
- The producer claims financial losses from prepped costumes and altered sets and says he will seek compensation.
- Jaideep Ahlawat is confirmed to replace Khanna as filming continues with Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran and Rajat Kapoor returning for an October 2, 2026 release.
- Khanna has not publicly responded, while reports of a fee dispute were played down by the producer, who says remuneration had already been finalized.