#Drishyam3 to Go on Floors in September 2025: Big Questions Loom Over Remakes in the OTT Era

One of Indian cinema’s most critically acclaimed franchises is set to return—#Drishyam3 is officially going on floors this September 2025. The announcement has reignited excitement among fans, especially with the promise of concluding the gripping saga that has captivated audiences across multiple languages. However, while the Malayalam original continues to lead the franchise creatively, a crucial question now arises: Will remakes in other languages still work in today’s OTT-driven landscape?

In the Telugu version, Victory Venkatesh will reprise his iconic role as Rambabu, the intelligent and emotionally driven family man who’s willing to go to any length to protect his loved ones. After the massive success of Drushyam and Drushyam 2, expectations are sky-high for the third installment. Fans are eager to see how the story concludes and how Rambabu’s fate unfolds in this final chapter.

However, the franchise now faces a unique challenge: time and accessibility. In the OTT era, where most viewers across India have already seen the original Malayalam versions starring Mohanlal, the need—and commercial viability—for remakes is being seriously questioned.

The Core Dilemma

📱 Instant Access: Drishyam 1 and Drishyam 2 are available across platforms with subtitles or dubs, making it easy for non-Malayalam audiences to follow the original storyline.

⌛ Time Gap: Given the years-long gap since the last installments, remaking Drishyam 3 now may feel redundant to many viewers who already know the story or anticipate the climax through the original.

💰 Business Risk: Remakes always carry an inherent risk, but now with story familiarity and audience overlap across platforms, the ROI for remakes may diminish.

Still, the star power of Venkatesh, his unique portrayal of Rambabu, and localized nuances have always been a major draw in the Telugu states. The anticipation remains strong, especially among those who prefer regional flavor and performance over simply watching subtitles.

As Drishyam 3 gears up for production, all eyes are on how the team plans to adapt the story to keep it fresh, emotionally engaging, and relevant in this evolving cinematic landscape.

One thing is certain — whether in Malayalam or Telugu, Drishyam 3 promises to be an emotional, suspense-filled finale to one of Indian cinema's most memorable thrillers.