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Drishyam 3

Drishyam 3 is a 2026 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film written and directed by Jeethu Joseph.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Drishyam 3 is a 2026 Indian Malayalam-language crime thriller film written and directed by Jeethu Joseph. It is the third instalment in the Drishyam film series and stars Mohanlal as Georgekutty, alongside Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Kalabhavan Shajon, Siddique, Murali Gopy, and Asha Sharath. The film was produced by Antony Perumbavoor under Aashirvad Cinemas and released worldwide on 21 May 2026.

Plot

The film continues Georgekutty’s story after the events of Drishyam 2. Available descriptions indicate that it follows the family as they confront the consequences of the past and the continuing fallout from Varun’s death.

Production

Drishyam 3 was developed by director-writer Jeethu Joseph and producer Antony Perumbavoor for Aashirvad Cinemas. Principal photography began on 22 September 2025 and ended on 2 December 2025.

Release and reception

The film was released worldwide on 21 May 2026. It received mixed reviews from critics and became a commercial success, grossing ₹242 crore. It is described as the highest-grossing instalment in the franchise and one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films ever made.

Key facts

  • Drishyam 3 is the third film in the Drishyam series, following Drishyam 2 (2021).
  • The film was written and directed by Jeethu Joseph and produced by Antony Perumbavoor.
  • Mohanlal reprises the role of Georgekutty, with several principal cast members returning from earlier films.
  • Principal photography ran from 22 September 2025 to 2 December 2025.
  • The film grossed ₹242 crore worldwide, making it the highest-grossing instalment in the franchise.
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Canadian context

The film may interest Canadian audiences through streaming, South Asian cinema coverage, and the large Malayali diaspora in Canada, but it has no specific Canada-based production context in the available sources.

Frequently asked questions

What is Drishyam 3?
Drishyam 3 is a 2026 Malayalam-language crime thriller film and the third entry in the Drishyam series.
Who directed Drishyam 3?
Jeethu Joseph wrote and directed the film.
Who stars in Drishyam 3?
Mohanlal leads the cast, with Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Kalabhavan Shajon, Siddique, Murali Gopy, and Asha Sharath.
When was Drishyam 3 released?
It was released worldwide on 21 May 2026.
How was Drishyam 3 received?
It received mixed reviews from critics but was a commercial success at the box office.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Drishyam_3
    Supports: Directed by Jeethu Joseph, produced by Antony Perumbavoor, cast, principal photography dates, release date, and box office summary.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/drishyam_3
    Supports: Synopsis, genre, language, director, producer, distributor, production companies, and theatrical release date.
  3. NDTV — https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/mohanlals-drishyam-3-to-release-on-april-2-this-year-10750377
    Supports: Story focus on Georgekutty and production launch details.
  4. Rediff — https://www.rediff.com/movies/review/drishyam-3-review-georgekutty-finally-runs-out-of-tricks/20260521.htm
    Supports: Critical reception and story details involving Georgekutty, family members, and the continuing conflict.
  5. YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Q79yYfGFEM
    Supports: Official trailer information referencing worldwide release on 21 May 2026.