Drishyam 3 (2026) poster

Drishyam 3 (2026)

21 May 20262h 37mMalayalamIndia
6.4/10TMDB · 27 votes

DirectorJeethu Joseph

StarringMohanlal, Meena, Siddique, Asha Sarath

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Best for: Fans of the Drishyam franchise and viewers who enjoy tense, family-centered crime thrillers.

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Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.

Drishyam 3 OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)21 May 2026
OTT / digital release (India)18 June 2026
Gap between theatre and OTT28 days
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Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Drishyam (Original) Collection: all movies in order

  1. Drishyam (19 December 2013)
  2. Drishyam 2 (19 February 2021)
  3. Drishyam 3 (20 May 2026) · this movie
  4. Untitled Jeethu Joseph - Mohanlal Film (release date not announced)

Listed in release order, as per TMDB's Drishyam (Original) Collection.

Drishyam 3 story (no spoilers)

Drishyam 3 continues the story of Georgekutty (Mohanlal), a man who has spent years shielding his family from the consequences of a dark secret. In this Malayalam crime drama thriller, a new and organized threat emerges, forcing Georgekutty to confront the past he thought he had buried. As the walls close in and cracks begin to widen, the film explores how far he is willing to go to protect his wife Rani (Meena) and daughters Anju (Ansiba Hassan) and Anumol (Esther Anil). The tension builds around the family's fragile safety and the relentless pressure from outside forces, including law enforcement figures like IG Geetha Prabhakar (Asha Sarath) and IG Thomas Bastin (Murali Gopy). Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the film carries the tagline 'The past never stays silent,' setting a tone of mounting suspense and moral dilemma. With a runtime of 157 minutes, the narrative unfolds as a slow-burn thriller, balancing family drama with the cat-and-mouse game that has defined the franchise.

Should you watch Drishyam 3?

Watch it for

  • Mohanlal returns as Georgekutty, the role that has anchored the Drishyam franchise since 2013.
  • Jeethu Joseph directs this third installment, continuing the story he began in Drishyam (2013) and Drishyam 2 (2021).
  • The crime-drama-thriller blend promises a tense, plot-driven experience with a 157-minute runtime.
  • The cast includes Meena as Rani, Siddique as Prabhakar, and Asha Sarath as IG Geetha Prabhakar, reprising their franchise roles.

Skip it if

  • You haven't seen the previous Drishyam films; this is a direct continuation of an ongoing story.
  • You prefer fast-paced action over a slow-burn, dialogue-heavy thriller.
  • You are looking for a standalone movie; this relies on knowledge of the earlier plots.

Drishyam 3 cast

MohanlalMohanlalas Georgekutty
MeenaMeenaas Rani
SiddiqueSiddiqueas Prabhakar
Asha SarathAsha Sarathas IG Geetha Prabhakar
Murali GopyMurali Gopyas IG Thomas Bastin
Ansiba HassanAnsiba Hassanas Anju
Esther AnilEsther Anilas Anumol
Veena NandakumarVeena Nandakumaras Yamini
K. B. Ganesh KumarK. B. Ganesh Kumaras CI Philip Mathew
Santhi MayadeviSanthi Mayadevias Adv. Renuka
Srikant MuraliSrikant Muralias Public Prosecutor
LishoyLishoy

Drishyam 3 movie details

DirectorJeethu Joseph
WriterJeethu Joseph
MusicAnil Johnson
CinematographySatheesh Kurup
ProducerAntony Perumbavoor
Release date21 May 2026
Runtime2h 37m (157 minutes)
Original languageMalayalam
Country of originIndia
Languages spoken in the filmMalayalam
Original titleദൃശ്യം 3
Certificate (India)U/A 13+
Budget$21.0 million (approx.)

Parental guide: is Drishyam 3 family friendly?

ViolenceMild
LanguageMild
Sexual contentNone
Family viewingNot ideal

This is a general guide based on the U/A 13+ certificate and crime-thriller genre; parental discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

Drishyam 3 official trailer

Our verdict

Drishyam 3 delivers another chapter in Georgekutty's morally complex saga, with Mohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph returning to familiar territory. The 157-minute runtime suggests a detailed, slow-burn narrative that rewards patience. If you've followed the franchise, this is a natural continuation; if not, start from the beginning.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Drishyam 3 online in India?

Drishyam 3 is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads in India. It can also be rented on Amazon Video.

When is Drishyam 3 releasing in theatres?

Drishyam 3 releases in theatres in India on 21 May 2026. The original Malayalam version releases on 20 May 2026.

Who is in the cast of Drishyam 3?

The cast includes Mohanlal as Georgekutty, Meena as Rani, Siddique as Prabhakar, Asha Sarath as IG Geetha Prabhakar, Murali Gopy as IG Thomas Bastin, Ansiba Hassan as Anju, Esther Anil as Anumol, and Veena Nandakumar as Yamini.

What is the runtime of Drishyam 3?

Drishyam 3 has a runtime of 157 minutes.

In what order should I watch the Drishyam movies?

Watch Drishyam (2013), then Drishyam 2 (2021), then Drishyam 3 (2026). An untitled Jeethu Joseph - Mohanlal film is also planned but its date is not announced.

Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.