BOTTOM LINE
Franchise Dragged Too Far
RATING
2.25/5
Director: Jeethu Joseph
Cast: Mohanlal, Meena, Siddique, Asha Sharath, Murali Gopy, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil
Music Director: Anil Johnson
DOP: Satheesh Kurup
Editor: Vinayak VS
Producer: Antony Perumbavoor
Presented By: Dr.Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios) & Panorama Studios
Production Company: Aashirvad Cinemas
U.S. Distributor: Prathyangira Cinemas
What Is the Film About?
The story of Drishyam 3 revolves around how Georgekutty’s family once again comes under threat because of the same case, and how Georgekutty, the strong pillar of the family, steps in once again to protect his daughters and hold the family together.
Performances
Mohanlal, as Georgekutty, once again slips effortlessly into the character and delivers the same composed and controlled performance we associate with him. The major problem here is not the performance, but the writing itself.
Meena and the two daughters do what is required of them, but there is hardly any standout emotional moment or particularly impressive performance from them.
Analysis
Drishyam 3 begins with a recap of the murder and the traumatic incidents Georgekutty’s family had to go through. However, once the recap ends, what follows until the interval is a not-so-engaging drama that is hard to stay invested in.
The first half mainly revolves around Georgekutty’s film production journey after Drishyam becomes a hit, along with a few issues surrounding the production deal, including the film getting leaked on YouTube. Unfortunately, neither this thread nor the conflicts around it generate much interest or depth.
In between, the director touches upon the emotional side involving Georgekutty’s daughters and the father’s constant fear about their future. But these moments feel intermittent and are mostly driven by Georgekutty’s assumptions rather than any solid threat or tension unfolding in the narrative.
Overall, the first half is driven by Georgekutty’s film production troubles, his fears regarding his daughters, and the issues surrounding one daughter’s marriage. The drama remains barely passable for the most part.
There is a twist at the interval, but it does not land strongly because the preceding drama itself lacks enough grip and momentum to make the twist impactful.
Overall, the first half is barely passable.
The early portions of the second half continue the boredom set up in the first half. However, from the midpoint until the climax, the film becomes relatively more engaging, even without any major shocking twists or turns.
Surprisingly, the director who once built such a compelling family drama in the first part struggles badly here. The emotional core of Georgekutty’s family is almost completely missing, and when it comes to twists and suspense, there is hardly anything memorable to talk about.
There is one idea the director experiments with in the climax, and if that has to be treated as the film’s major twist, then that is the only notable twist in the entire film. Even that lands in a merely okay manner.
Overall, Drishyam 3 feels like a completely unnecessary and forced franchise sequel that nowhere comes close to the standards and expectations set by the original film. More than anything, this third part reminds us that every story has a limit. Hopefully, both the director and Mohanlal realize the same.
Performances by Other Actors
Drishyam 3 brings back most of the supporting cast from the earlier parts, and almost all of them perform their roles well once again. However, the main problem lies in the writing and the lack of strong character development given to these characters.
Most of the supporting roles feel dull and underwritten, with none of them leaving any particular impact. They simply do what is required in the narrative, but there is hardly any standout character or performance worth highlighting.
Music and Other Departments?
Music by Anil Johnson is mostly effective in terms of the background score. While there is nothing particularly impactful or memorable, the score does suit the narrative and supports the mood of the film well.
Satheesh Kurup’s cinematography is decent and maintains the same visual tone established in the earlier parts of the franchise.
Editing by Vinayak could have been much sharper, as the film suffers from noticeable repetitiveness, especially in the first half.
The production values by Aashirvad Cinemas are adequate and serve the purpose well for a simple, family-oriented film like Drishyam 3.
Highlights?
Mohanlal’s composed screen presence
A couple of brief emotional moments in the second half
Drawbacks?
Boring and stretched first half
No strong central story or conflict
Dull writing and weak character development
Family drama lacks tension, panic, and emotional weight
No memorable twists or suspense moments
Okayish climax
Forced sequel vibes throughout
Did I Enjoy It?
Not really, except for a few stretches in the second half.
Will You Recommend It?
Not for a theatrical watch. Maybe okay for a casual home watch.
Drishyam 3 Movie Reviewed by Kalyan
#Drishyam3 Review: Franchise Dragged Too Far
M9 aRating: 2.25/5
Biggest issue with Part 3 is that the legal threat faced by Georgekutty’s family never makes us share their panic or tension.
First half feels largely empty and stretched, second half turns engaging from the midpoint and manages an okay closure.
But with no major twists, shocking turns, or emotionally gripping drama, part-3 leaves you with one feeling: Every Story Has a Limit.
Overall, watchable for franchise fans.
First Half Report:
#Drishyam3 Flat First Half!
Begins with a smooth recap. But once that’s over, the film slips into a mostly dull and barely engaging drama till the interval.
The interval twist exists, but the drama leading to it lacks grip. Overall, the first half is barely passable.
– Drishyam 3 begins with a recap of the murder and the emotional trauma the family went through. Stay tuned for the Drishyam 3 review right after the show.
Jeethu Joseph directorial, with Mohanlal in the lead, is a milestone film franchise. Now, the iconic combo is returning for the third time with Drishyam 3.
Stay tuned for the Drishyam 3 movie review from U.S. premiere. Show begins at 10.30 PM EST (8 AM IST).
Writer, Director: Jeethu Joseph
Cast: Mohanlal, Meena, Siddique, Asha Sharath, Murali Gopy, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil
Music Director: Anil Johnson
DOP: Satheesh Kurup
Editor: Vinayak VS
Producer: Antony Perumbavoor
Presented By: Dr.Jayantilal Gada (Pen Studios) & Panorama Studios
Production Company: Aashirvad Cinemas
U.S. Distributor: Prathyangira Cinemas
Drishyam 3 Movie Reviewed by Kalyan
