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Jeethu Joseph: ‘I don’t think that Drishyam 3 is going to be a thriller’

At a recent event, director Jeethu Joseph opened up about his expectations for the third part of Drishyam, starring Mohanlal in the lead role.

By: Entertainment Desk
Bangalore | August 24, 2025 05:20 PM IST

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Jeethu Joseph opens up about the expectations, logical loopholes and lack of formula for Drishyam 3

Director Jeethu Joseph recently opened up about his expectations for the third part of Drishyam, starring Mohanlal in the lead role. He also spoke about his interest in making different kinds of films.

Speaking at the Manorama News Conclave, Jeetu said, “I don’t think that this film (Drishyam 3) is going to be a thriller. I think you will figure it out when you watch the film.” Sharing insights into the origin of Drishyam 3, the director said, “The first thing that came to me was the ending of Drishyam 3. I sort of went back from there and came up with the narrative later. I have only tried to come up with the story of what should organically happen to Georgekutty and his family.”

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Jeetu Joseph also spoke about his interest in making different kinds of films. “There might be risk in that, but I don’t care about that now. That is going to be my movie despite what everyone expects.”

Drishyam was a true global phenomenon, unlike anything else from Malayalam cinema, inspiring remakes in multiple languages — even a Mandarin version. The much-hyped sequel, made during the COVID-19 pandemic, also managed to surpass expectations. Drishyam 3 is reportedly set to begin filming in October, with the makers eyeing a release in the first half of 2026.

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On the work front, Jeethu Joseph is currently await the release of Mirage, starring Asif Ali and Aprana Balamurali in the lead roles. He also has Valathu Vashathe Kallan and Ram Part 1 in the pipeline.

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