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Drishyam 3 (2026)
दृश्यम 3
21 May 2026160 minMalayalam
Set about five years after Drishyam 2, this Malayalam crime drama finds Georgekutty settled into family life while old questions resurface: journalists probe a film built on his past, and his family faces fresh pressure. Written and directed by Jeethu Joseph.
Editorial preview: written from official information, the trailer and public sources — not a full viewing of the film.
Synopsis
Set about five years after Drishyam 2, this Malayalam crime drama finds Georgekutty settled into family life while old questions resurface: journalists probe a film built on his past, and his family faces fresh pressure. Written and directed by Jeethu Joseph.
Drishyam 3 (2026): the Malayalam original, and where it sits in the series
Drishyam 3 2026 is the third chapter of the Malayalam crime-drama series written and directed by Jeethu Joseph, with Mohanlal returning as Georgekutty. It is produced by Antony Perumbavoor under the Aashirvad Cinemas banner. According to the film's Wikipedia entry, it opened worldwide on 21 May 2026 and runs about 160 minutes. An earlier announcement had pointed to an April date, so the schedule shifted before release.
One point of confusion is worth clearing up: this is not the Hindi film. The Hindi remake line is a separate production with its own cast and crew, and it should not be mixed up with the Malayalam story discussed here. If you search for the title and see mixed results, check the language and the lead actor before you press play.
The series has a simple but durable engine. The first film, in 2013, followed an ordinary cable operator and his family under police scrutiny; the second, in 2021, moved the story forward after years had passed. This new chapter picks up roughly five years after that, so anyone planning to watch should treat the first two films as required background rather than optional homework.
Cast and crew confirmed so far
Mohanlal leads as Georgekutty, with Meena as Rani and Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil as the couple's daughters Anju and Anu. Kalabhavan Shajohn plays Sahadevan, Siddique is Prabhakar, Murali Gopy appears as IG Thomas Bastin, and Asha Sharath returns as Geetha Prabhakar. The listing also names Biju Menon in the role of an actor called Harikumar, along with a long supporting cast.
Behind the camera, Satheesh Kurup is credited with cinematography, V. S. Vinayak with editing and Anil Johnson with music. The song "Ini Varumo" was released ahead of the film on 18 May 2026, with a female version two days later, and the background score album followed in early June. These details come from the film's Wikipedia page; we have not verified a censor certificate, so none is listed here.
The returning ensemble matters more than usual in this series, because the drama depends on how well viewers remember each family and police relationship from the earlier films.
What the story sets up, where to watch and who it suits
As summarised publicly, the story begins about five years after the second film. Georgekutty seems to have settled into family life and has turned his past into a successful film, but journalists begin asking whether that film mirrors real events. Meanwhile his family faces fresh disturbance, and the people who have long suspected him are not done. We are deliberately keeping details vague, because this series lives on its reveals.
On streaming, Wikipedia and Indian press reports say the film arrived on Amazon Prime Video on 18 June 2026, in Malayalam with dubbed Tamil, Telugu and Kannada versions. Streaming catalogues change, so confirm current availability on the app before planning an evening around it. Subtitle options are not something we have verified.
We have not watched the film, so this is an overview rather than a review. It should suit viewers who followed the earlier Drishyam films and enjoy slow-burn, dialogue-driven thrillers built on a family's secret rather than on chases or stunts. Newcomers can still try it, but they will get far more from it after watching the first two parts.
Who will enjoy Drishyam 3?
- Viewers who watched Drishyam (2013) and Drishyam 2 (2021) and want the next chapter
- Fans of Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph who like patient, dialogue-led thrillers
- Malayalam cinema followers who prefer the original over the Hindi remake
Cast
MohanlalGeorgekuttyBorn 1960 · Elanthoor, Kerala
MeenaRani GeorgeBorn 1976 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Ansiba HassanAnju GeorgeBorn 1992 · Kozhikode, Kerala
Esther AnilAnu GeorgeBorn 2001 · Wayanadu, Kerala
SiddiquePrabhakarBorn 1962 · Ernakulam, Kerala
Murali GopyIG Thomas BastinBorn 1972 · Thiruvananthapuram, KeralaPhoto: TMDB
FAQ
Where can I watch Drishyam 3 (Malayalam)?
Wikipedia and press reports say it began streaming on Amazon Prime Video on 18 June 2026, in Malayalam with Tamil, Telugu and Kannada dubs. Check the app for current availability.
Who directed Drishyam 3 and who is in the cast?
Jeethu Joseph wrote and directed it. Mohanlal stars as Georgekutty, with Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Kalabhavan Shajohn, Siddique, Murali Gopy and Asha Sharath among the cast.
When was Drishyam 3 released?
Drishyam 3 was released on 21 May 2026.
Who directed Drishyam 3?
Drishyam 3 was directed by Jeethu Joseph.
How long is Drishyam 3?
Drishyam 3 runs for 160 minutes.
