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Ajay Devgn Called Mohanlal for Drishyam 3 Approval; Discusses Aging and Hindi Film Challenges
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Moneycontrol•01-10-2026, 11:31
Ajay Devgn Called Mohanlal for Drishyam 3 Approval; Discusses Aging and Hindi Film Challenges
- •Ajay Devgn confirmed Drishyam 3: The Conclusion will be the final installment of the Hindi remake, deviating from Mohanlal's Drishyam 3.
- •Devgn reached out to Mohanlal for his approval on the script, but the Malayalam superstar was on holiday.
- •He explained the decision to end the franchise, stating it's difficult to write a Drishyam story and they want to conclude on a high note, believing Drishyam 3 surpasses Drishyam 2.
- •Devgn shared that the director and writer rejected four scripts before finding one that delivered the franchise's signature twists and shock value.
- •During FICCI Frames, Devgn also discussed the physical toll of aging and the unique challenges of making Hindi films for a diverse audience.
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Ajay Devgn shared that he reached out to Mohanlal for approval and wanted him to see the film, but Mohanlal was away on holiday.
Ajay Devgn explained that writing a Drishyam film is very difficult and they wanted to end it on a high note because the script and film shaped up so well that it beats Drishyam 2.
Ajay Devgn noted that making a Hindi film is extremely difficult because the language, thought process, and audience tastes change every 80 to 90 kilometers, requiring the film to appeal to a diverse range of masses and classes.
