Ajay Devgn is back as Vijay Salgaonkar in Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, the third and final chapter of the Hindi crime-thriller franchise. The film arrived in theatres on October 2, 2026, bringing back the central characters while introducing a fresh threat for Vijay and his family.
Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film continues the story after the events of Drishyam 2. Tabu returns as Meera Deshmukh, while Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Rajat Kapoor and other familiar faces reprise their roles. Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj join the franchise in important new roles.
Drishyam 3 Story: Vijay Salgaonkar Faces a New Challenge
The new film once again places Vijay Salgaonkar at the centre of a complicated investigation. His biggest strength has always been his ability to stay several steps ahead of the police, but this time the investigation takes a more personal and intense turn.
The story moves forward from the events of the previous film and brings a new police officer into Vijay’s life. Jaideep Ahlawat plays SP Rajveer Singh Tomar, who takes a close interest in the old case and becomes a serious challenge for Vijay.
Unlike a simple continuation of the earlier films, Drishyam 3 attempts to expand the central conflict while keeping the franchise’s familiar combination of suspense, family drama and psychological tension.
Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar
Ajay Devgn once again plays Vijay with a restrained performance. The character does not need lengthy speeches to communicate fear, calculation or uncertainty, and much of the film depends on his expressions and controlled reactions.
The early reviews have particularly highlighted Devgn’s performance alongside Tabu and the tension created by the new investigation. Several reviews have also pointed to the film’s climax and twists as major talking points.
Jaideep Ahlawat Adds a New Layer to the Thriller
One of the biggest additions to Drishyam 3 is Jaideep Ahlawat as SP Rajveer Singh Tomar. His character brings a different kind of pressure to Vijay, creating a battle of intelligence rather than relying only on conventional police investigation.
The film also features Prakash Raj as Public Prosecutor Indrajith Shetty. His involvement adds another dimension to the legal and investigative conflict surrounding Vijay and his family.
Drishyam 3 Review
The film has received strong early reactions from audiences, particularly for its suspense, performances and climax. Social-media reactions have focused heavily on the twists and the final portion of the movie, although some viewers have also found parts of the narrative predictable.
Several published reviews have described the climax as one of the film’s major strengths. The Indian Express also praised the performances of Ajay Devgn and Tabu while noting that the film brings closure to several story threads established in the earlier installments.
A Different Ending for the Hindi Drishyam Franchise
The Hindi version of Drishyam 3 is positioned as the conclusion of the Hindi franchise. The filmmakers have also indicated that its story is different from the Malayalam version, rather than simply following the same narrative path.
That makes the third film particularly significant for viewers who have followed Vijay Salgaonkar since the first movie. The central question remains the same: can Vijay once again protect his family when the investigation begins closing in from multiple directions?
