Overview

• The director completed the first draft and climax of Drishyam 3’s script under intense pressure this month.
• He threatened legal action when Hindi producers sought to begin their version before the original Malayalam shoot.
• The Malayalam film starring Mohanlal is set to go on floors in Kerala in October 2025.
• Hindi makers led by Ajay Devgn are awaiting adaptation rights clearance and the finalized screenplay before commencing their production.
• Panorama Studios and Digital18 Media aim for a simultaneous release of both versions on October 2, 2026, with subsequent streaming on Prime Video.