As Drishyam 3 gears up to close the Hindi franchise, Shriya Saran has hinted that audiences shouldn’t expect a carbon copy of the Malayalam template. In an exclusive conversation, the actor said the Hindi version will offer a “different” experience, signalling fresh narrative choices even within the familiar suspense universe.
What Shriya Saran Actually Said
Shriya called the return to the franchise an emotional ride, noting that the new script is “tight and engaging” and that the team is currently shooting the final chapter. Crucially, she added that just as Hindi Drishyam 2 differed from its Malayalam counterpart, “even Hindi Drishyam 3 is quite different from the Malayalam one.”
Shriya’s Journey in the Hindi Drishyam Universe
Shriya has been part of the Hindi Drishyam films since the 2015 remake, where she played Vijay Salgaonkar’s wife (Nandini). She was not in the original Malayalam cast.
The Team and the Stakes
Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar, with Shriya Saran and Tabu also set to reprise their roles. The film is directed by Abhishek Pathak; announcement coverage credits Star Studio18 (presentation) and Panorama Studios (production) among the key banners backing the project.
Release Update
The makers have locked October 2, 2026 (Gandhi Jayanti) for the worldwide theatrical release—perfectly in sync with the franchise’s most iconic date and its meme-lore legacy.
Why Fans Are Buzzing
The Drishyam brand thrives on one thing: controlled information. So when an insider from the principal cast signals “different” choices—without revealing the twist—anticipation spikes. If the film delivers a fresh pathway to suspense while preserving the franchise’s moral grey zones, Drishyam 3 could land as both payoff and reinvention.
A tense horizon awaits: familiar faces, sharper pressure, and a story that promises to move differently—even if the past still refuses to stay buried.
—By Manoj H