Mohanlal is officially returning as Georgekutty in the highly awaited third installment of the Drishyam franchise. The Malayalam superstar announced on X (formerly Twitter) that Drishyam 3 will begin filming in October 2025, reigniting excitement for one of Indian cinema’s most iconic thriller sagas.
In a video shared on his official handle, Mohanlal offered a nostalgic tease with a close-up of Georgekutty, followed by a handshake with director Jeethu Joseph and producer Anthony Perumbavoor. He captioned it:
“October 2025 – the camera turns back to Georgekutty. The past never stays silent. #Drishyam3”
Hindi ‘Drishyam 3’ Also Set for October Shoot
Adding to the intrigue, Ajay Devgn will also kick off the Hindi version of Drishyam 3 around the same time. According to Pinkvilla, Devgn begins shooting on October 2, 2025—a date that holds symbolic value in the Drishyam universe due to its recurring mention in the plot.
A source told Pinkvilla:
“The Gandhi Jayanti date holds a lot of significance for the franchise, and hence they’re starting the final Drishyam film from October 2. It will be a 3-month marathon schedule, shot across real locations in Maharashtra as well as on studio sets. Ajay Devgn has locked his dates for this.”
What Mohanlal Has Said About the Sequel
In a previous interview, Mohanlal acknowledged the pressure of delivering a worthy sequel to a franchise that has grown both critically and commercially with each film. He assured fans that Drishyam 3 will aim to push boundaries with a fresh and gripping storyline.
“The stakes are high with each sequel, and we’re doing everything we can to make it worthwhile for the audience,” he said.
In Summary
- Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 begins filming in October 2025.
- Ajay Devgn’s Hindi version of Drishyam 3 also begins on October 2, 2025.
- Both versions mark the final chapter in the franchise.
- Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the Malayalam version continues the story of Georgekutty and his intricate web of secrets.
With both stars gearing up for simultaneous shoots, Drishyam 3 promises to be a climactic, cross-language cinematic event to watch for in 2026.
