Drishyam is no longer just a film franchise—it is a defining chapter of Indian pop culture. Beyond rewriting box office history, the series gave rise to an entirely new genre: the “family thriller.” At its heart stands Vijay Salgaonkar, a character who has become iconic for redefining fatherhood on screen. An ordinary man in extraordinary circumstances, Vijay fought every adversity not with weapons or aggression, but with intelligence, unshakable willpower, and an all-consuming love for his family. His quiet strength turned him into a symbol of how far a father can go to protect those he loves. Every alternate year, as 2nd October approaches, the internet lights up with memes, debates, and affectionate callbacks to that unforgettable moment from the film. But in 2026, the date is set to take on even greater significance. Ajay Devgn is all set to return as Vijay Salgaonkar in Drishyam 3, which will release in cinemas worldwide on 2nd October 2026—officially turning the day into “Drishyam Day.”
The film Drishyam 3 is currently being shot on an ambitious scale, with extensive schedules spanning multiple cities and locations. Designed on a larger, more intense canvas, Drishyam 3 promises to raise the stakes higher than ever before. The original ensemble cast—including Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, and other acclaimed actors—returns for this edge-of-the-seat chapter, as the story advances within the unmistakable Drishyam timeline while introducing a completely new and unexpected twist in the lives of the Salgaonkars. Will the seemingly simple Salgaonkar family outwit the system once again, or will fate finally present a challenge they cannot foresee? The answers await on Drishyam Day.
Presented by Star Studios and produced by Panorama Studios, Drishyam 3 is directed by Abhishek Pathak and written by Abhishek Pathak, Aamil Keeyan Khan, and Parveez Shaikh. Backed by producers Alok Jain, Ajit Andhare, Kumar Mangat Pathak, and Abhishek Pathak, the film Drishyam 3 is poised to reignite—and elevate—the family thriller genre to an all-new benchmark.
