Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 is set for a theatrical release on April 3 this year. The date has drawn attention as it coincides with the birthday of Ajay Devgn, who fronts the Hindi remake of the popular franchise.
The Drishyam franchise has stayed in the news for several months. A key reason has been reports of tension between the Malayalam makers and the Hindi producers over announcing the remake without informing the original team.
Online discussions suggest the original makers may be taking a deliberate stand against Ajay Devgn. Some fans allege the release date aims to affect the business prospects of the Hindi version if it is planned around the same period.
Another section believes the date announcement is meant to shift focus towards the Malayalam release. According to this view, it could dilute the impact of any major update or promotional move planned by Ajay Devgn.
The Hindi remake has already gone on floors and is expected to release six months after the original. Questions remain about whether audiences who watched the Malayalam version will return for the Hindi film, especially with spoilers in circulation.
Concerns have also been raised about viewers maintaining suspense after watching the original. However, Ajay Devgn’s fans believe the reported friction between both sides may actually increase curiosity and drive footfalls for the Hindi version.
Some netizens have pointed out that North Indian audiences still show limited interest in watching regional films with subtitles. This factor may work in favour of the Hindi adaptation despite the availability of the original version.
Trade experts predict solid business for both films due to the franchise’s popularity and controlled budgets. With Drishyam 3 arriving in two languages this year, the box office performance of each version will be closely watched.
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