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Akshaye Khanna's Drishyam 3 Exit: Fake Hair, Fees, and Makers' Side of the Story.
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News18•24-09-2026, 20:03
Akshaye Khanna's Drishyam 3 Exit: Fake Hair, Fees, and Makers' Side of the Story.
- •Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam: The Conclusion' is set for an October 2, 2026 release, featuring Tabu, Shriya Saran, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Prakash Jha, but Akshaye Khanna will not be part of the cast.
- •Akshaye Khanna's departure from 'Drishyam 3' was reported in December 2025, following his immense success as Rahman Dacoit in 'Dhhurandhar', leading to speculation about his exit.
- •Director Abhishek Pathak revealed Akshaye Khanna left just 7 days before shooting, causing significant disruption, and clarified that Jaideep Ahlawat's role is a new character, not a replacement for Khanna.
- •Producer Kumar Mangat Pathak dismissed claims of creative differences and high fees, stating Khanna informed them of his decision to leave on December 4, 2025, a day before 'Dhhurandhar's release.
- •A Bollywood Hungama report suggested a dispute over Akshaye Khanna wanting to wear a wig, while makers insisted on maintaining his 'Drishyam 2' look, which was a key reason for his exit.
Key Questions Answered
Akshaye Khanna left Drishyam 3 just seven days before shooting was scheduled to begin. Reports and makers indicated issues including creative differences, a dispute over wearing a wig for his character look, and a sudden withdrawal from the project.
No, Jaideep Ahlawat did not replace Akshaye Khanna. His entry into the film just days before shooting was for a brand-new character molded specifically according to the story rather than taking over Khanna's role.
Ajay Devgn's film Drishyam: The Conclusion is set to release in theaters on October 2, 2026.
