Ishita Dutta, who plays Anju in the sequel, has started filming for Drishyam 3, the much-awaited third installment of the thriller series. She took to Instagram on January 16, 2026, to announce the news to her fans. Besides posting, she also shared behind-the-scenes moments, like a picture of the film’s clapper and herself next to the van for the stars, keeping the caption simple but intriguing: “Do I need to say more……#Drishyam3.” The announcement has made a lot of noise among the viewers who are curious to know what happens next with the Salgaonkar family.

The production team has chosen Goa as the location for the film shoot, which began on January 8, 2026. It is said that the shooting will be completed by the close of February, with the major scenes in the seaside location occupied by the cast and crew working hard. The gorgeous location has been an important part of the Drishyam movie series’s visual storytelling, providing a lifelike background for the Salgaonkar family’s exciting plot.

The main cast is back to play their favorite roles again, with Ajay Devgn taking the lead as Vijay Salgaonkar, paired with Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, and the powerful Tabu. The interaction among these actors has been a major factor in the franchise’s triumph, and the audience is looking forward to witnessing the transformation of their characters in this third part.

On the other hand, the brilliant actor Jaideep Ahlawat has been cast in a crucial new role that will introduce new plotlines in the third instalment. Jaideep has his own loving fanbase. The actor has always kept audience hooked with his intense acting prowess on the screens.

For the unversed, Akshaye Khanna, who had a pivotal role in Drishyam 2, has opted out of the third instalment. The production has continued to work with the remaining cast, leaving it all intact. The film shall hit the theatres on 2nd October, 2026.