Latest news with #JeethuJoseph
India.com
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Drishyam 3 BIG update: One thing that will not change in movie is...; Ajay Devgn's shoot to start from...
Drishyam is the biggest franchise and has become the highest-grossing film of all time, be it Malayalam or Hindi. In Malayalam (original), Mohanlal plays the role of Georgekutty, and in Hindi, Ajay Devgn plays the role of Vijay Salgaonkar. Ever since Drishyam 3 was announced, there have been numerous reports about the film's shooting schedule. The latest updates reveal both the expected shooting and release dates. There was also some confusion about whether the film would follow an original script or be a remake of the Malayalam version. It was reported that the makers were working on an original draft as well. However, Jeethu Joseph has now cleared up all the speculation. BIG update on Ajay Devgan's Drishyam 3 Giving an update on Drishyam 3 , Jeethu Joseph said that the film will be released simultaneously in Hindi, Malayalam and Telugu. The main storyline of the film will be different from each other. It has been said that things will be different according to the elements, narrative and audience. But almost the same storyline will be seen in the part of the film. Talking to Manorama Online , 'Still writing the script, the release date will be the same', says Jeethu Joseph, who helmed the first two parts of the acclaimed thriller. The director further said the final script is yet to be handed over. 'They are waiting for the script to be finished,' Joseph said. He continued, 'Once the script is complete, I'll hand it over so each team can tweak it to better suit their respective audiences, just like we did with the first two films. But the main storyline will still be mine.' 'It's nearly impossible to get all the lead actors' dates aligned,' the director said, mentioning that even actor Mohanlal's availability may not line up with actors Ajay Devgn and Daggubati Venkatesh (in Telugu version).
Time of India
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Drishyam 3' UPDATE! Jeethu Joseph says simultaneous filming is impractical, but a common release is on the cards
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) The anticipation around 'Drishyam 3' is steadily building, and director Jeethu Joseph has now addressed some of the swirling rumours — especially about whether the film will be shot in Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu simultaneously. Talking to Manorama Online, the filmmaker cleared the air, calling the idea of a simultaneous shoot 'impractical,' but shared that a common release date for all versions is definitely being considered. 'Still writing the script,' says Jeethu Jeethu Joseph, who helmed the first two parts of the acclaimed thriller, revealed that he's still in the process of finalizing the script for 'Drishyam 3'. While many assumed that production across all languages was about to kick off, Jeethu clarified that the final story is yet to be handed over to the respective language teams. Mohanlal Confirms Drishyam 3 Release |Georgekutty Is Back 'They are waiting for the script to be finished,' he said. "Once the script is complete, I'll hand it over so each team can tweak it to better suit their respective audiences — just like we did with the first two films. But the main storyline will still be mine." Simultaneous shoot? not feasible Jeethu was also clear that shooting the movie in three languages at the same time isn't a feasible option — mainly due to scheduling conflicts. 'It's nearly impossible to get all the lead actors' dates aligned,' he said, mentioning that even Mohanlal's availability may not line up with actors from the Hindi or Telugu versions. That said, fans needn't worry — the plan is still to have the same basic story across all languages. Plans for an unified release date While a multi-language shoot is off the table, Jeethu confirmed that the team is exploring the idea of releasing all versions on the same date. With the widespread reach of OTT platforms, he noted, viewers now watch multiple versions — and staggered releases could affect the visibility of each film. Jeethu also revealed that Hindi director Abhishek Pathak recently visited him in Kochi to discuss timelines for the script handover. Jeethu Joseph said that there will be always speculations, but he is focused on getting the right story at this point. Meanwhile, Jeethu Joseph's previous directorial outing was the court drama film 'Neru' which turned out to be a superhit.
India Today
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Director Jeethu Joseph confirms Drishyam 3 to release in 3 languages with same plot
The long-awaited 'Drishyam 3', starring Mohanlal, is officially set to go on floors this October. The announcement was made by director Jeethu Joseph and the production team with a video. The film will be shot simultaneously in three languages, Malayalam, Hindi, and video opens with a close-up of George Kutty's eye. Fans of the Malayalam thriller franchise were thrilled by the news, but it also sparked speculation about the Hindi remake and whether it would follow the same storyline. Putting all doubts to rest, Joseph, who has written and directed the entire trilogy, confirmed that the Hindi version will follow the same an interview with ETimes, the director said, "The script of the third film is nearing completion. There have been reports that the Hindi version will have a different story, but that's not true. The Hindi film will also be based on my story. Once I complete my script, it will be shared with the Hindi team, who will then adapt it to suit their setting and make suitable cultural changes." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Aashirvad Cinemas (@aashirvadcine) There's also growing interest in whether the Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu versions will be filmed simultaneously. While the director said that it's too early to confirm parallel shoots due to actors' availability, with Mohanlal, Ajay Devgn, and Venkatesh leading the Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu versions, respectively. The team is seriously considering a simultaneous added, "There was a request from their side for a simultaneous release. So, we have been discussing the prospect of releasing the films simultaneously, not just the Malayalam and Hindi versions, but the Telugu one as well. In this OTT age, they feel that releasing on different dates might reduce the film's impact in the other languages."'Drishyam (2013) showed how Mohanlal's character Georgekutty tried to protect his family after an accidental death in self-defence. In the second part, which came out on OTT in 2021, trouble increases when a new witness comes forward. The story of the third part is still being kept a secret.
Time of India
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jeethu Joseph confirms no crossovers in ‘Drishyam 3,' but THIS character may return
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) As the most loved thriller film 'Drishyam' is all set for its third part, the rumors are rife that the film may include some of the most popular characters, such as Sam Iyer (from 'Memories'), or even Sethurama Iyer may appear in it. While such a thought is interesting, the director Jeethu Joseph may have some other plans. Jeethu Joseph reveals—no such crossovers Talking to SillyMonks Mollywood, the 'Drishyam 3' director confirmed that there will be no crossover of characters from other films in the third part. He said, 'Even my daughter asked me about such possibilities of having the characters Sethurama Iyer, Sam Alex, and others in 'Drishyam.'' I clarified by saying that if there is a third part for 'Drishyam,' there will be no way that a new character from other films may appear in it.' Jeethu Joseph added that if there is the inclusion of any other film characters in the third part, then 'Drishyam' will lose its charm. 'Drishyam is George Kutty's. Maybe the character Sahadevan can return, because he is already in the universe and not an outsider.' He said that he doesn't want to look at the market value possibilities when he is writing a story organically. Mohanlal Confirms Drishyam 3 Release |Georgekutty Is Back 'Drishyam 3' announcement On the last day, Mohanlal officially announced the third part of 'Drishyam.' Sharing a teaser on Twitter, the actor wrote, 'October 2025—the camera turns back to Georgekutty. The past never stays silent. #Drishyam3." The caption hints that there are more challenges ahead for George Kutty, where he has to go to any extent to save his family. On the other hand, Mohanlal's recently released film 'Thudarum' was also told in a 'Drishyam'-style 'narrative, and it received many positive reviews from the audiences and turned out to be a superhit.
The Hindu
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Jeethu Joseph confirms talks for simultaneous release of ‘Drishyam 3' in Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu
Director Jeethu Joseph has confirmed that discussions are underway to release Drishyam 3 simultaneously in Malayalam, Hindi, and Telugu. The much-anticipated third installment of the hit thriller franchise, starring Mohanlal, is set to begin filming in October. The update came after Aashirvad Cinemas, the production house backing the film, released a teaser reel featuring a close-up of Georgekutty's eye, echoing an iconic shot from the first Drishyam. The teaser also confirmed that the film will go on floors in October 2025. October 2025 — the camera turns back to Georgekutty. The past never stays silent.# — Aashirvad Cinemas (@aashirvadcine) June 21, 2025 Jeethu Joseph, who returns to direct the third part, addressed speculation surrounding the Hindi adaptation. 'The script of the third film is nearing completion. The Hindi version will be based on the same story. Once my script is complete, it will be shared with the Hindi team to adapt culturally,' he said. While reports suggested parallel shoots for the different versions, Jeethu noted that such a plan remains uncertain. 'The dates of the lead actors may not align for simultaneous shooting,' he explained. Mohanlal will reprise his role in the Malayalam version, while Ajay Devgn and Venkatesh are expected to lead the Hindi and Telugu adaptations, respectively. Still, Jeethu revealed that the idea of a same-day release across languages is under serious consideration. 'There was a request for a simultaneous release,' he said. 'In this OTT age, releasing on different dates might reduce the film's impact in other languages.' The Drishyam franchise has gained a strong following across India. The first film, released in 2013, and its sequel Drishyam 2 (2021), both saw critical and commercial success. While Drishyam 2 premiered directly on Amazon Prime Video due to the pandemic, expectations are high for a theatrical release for the third part. Meanwhile, Mohanlal is riding high after the success of Thudarum, and will next appear in Hridayapoorvam, directed by Sathyan Anthikad.
