Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Drishyam 3: Akshaye Khanna Exits Over Fee Dispute
Drishyam 3, starring Ajay Devgn, is set to release on October 2, 2026.
However, Akshaye Khanna, who was part of the previous installment, has reportedly left the project due to a fee dispute and creative differences.
Khanna's recent success with Dhurandhar has led to increased salary demands.
The makers and Khanna are still negotiating, and the outcome is yet to be officially confirmed.
Meanwhile, the original Malayalam version of Drishyam 3, starring Mohanlal, is expected to release earlier in 2026.
Khanna has other projects lined up, including Mahakali and Ikka, which are set to release in 2026.
Drishyam 3 Hindi version set to release on October 2, 2026, tied to the original film's plot.
Akshaye Khanna exits Drishyam 3 over fee and creative differences after the success of Dhurandhar.
Negotiations between Khanna and the makers are ongoing, with no official confirmation yet.
Mohanlal's Malayalam version of Drishyam 3 is in final stages and aims for an early 2026 release.
Production companies Panorama Studios and Pen Studios acquired global rights for Rs 350 crore.
- Who
- Ajay Devgn, Akshaye Khanna, Abhishek Pathak, Jeetu Joseph, Mohanlal
- What
- Akshaye Khanna's exit from Drishyam 3 over fee and creative differences
- When
- Ongoing negotiations, release dates announced
- Where
- Cinemas worldwide, negotiations in India
- Why
- Khanna's increased salary demands and creative suggestions
- Release Date
- October 2, 2026 (Hindi), Early 2026 (Malayalam)
- Director
- Abhishek Pathak
- Lead Actor
- Ajay Devgn
- Original Film
- Mohanlal's Drishyam (2013)
- Production Companies
- Panorama Studios, Pen Studios
- Acquisition Cost
- Rs 350 crore
- Malayalam Release
- Early 2026
- Akshaye Khanna's Role
- Reportedly part of Drishyam 3
- Khanna's Recent Success
- Dhurandhar (2025)
- Khanna's Next Projects
- Mahakali, Ikka
Sources
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