Mohanlal's much-awaited Malayalam film, 'Drishyam 3,' has officially locked its worldwide theatrical release date for April 2, 2026. The superstar himself announced the date via a motion poster on social media, featuring elements from the previous films and the tagline "The past never stays silent". This announcement confirms that the Malayalam original will hit screens significantly ahead of its Hindi remake, starring Ajay Devgn. The Hindi adaptation of 'Drishyam 3,' featuring Ajay Devgn, Shriya Saran, and Tabu, is slated for release on October 2, 2026. This six-month gap between the two versions is a notable aspect, with some reports indicating that the Hindi version's team had previously revealed their release date in December last year. The October 2 date for the Hindi film holds symbolic significance, aligning with the iconic alibi used by the protagonist Vijay Salgaonkar in the franchise. Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the mastermind behind the successful 'Drishyam' franchise, the Malayalam film has already completed its shooting phase in December 2025 and is currently in post-production. Joseph had previously expressed his intent to ensure the Malayalam version's priority release, even suggesting legal action if the Hindi remake attempted to release first. Meanwhile, the Hindi version has seen recent developments, including reports of actor Akshaye Khanna's exit and Jaideep Ahlawat being considered for his role, adding a layer of controversy to its production. The news is highly relevant for Indian audiences who keenly follow the developments in both Malayalam and Hindi cinema, given the franchise's pan-India popularity.