The highly anticipated Malayalam film, Drishyam 3, is set to hit screens on May 21, creating tremendous excitement among fans. With its acclaimed casting and the franchise's insane popularity, the film is expected to be a massive success. Drishyam 3 will be released in its original Malayalam version, as well as in dubbed Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada versions. Bollywood Hungama provides an exclusive look into the film's censor certification process.
CBFC Certification Details for Drishyam 3
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) from its Thiruvananthapuram office has officially passed all versions of Drishyam 3 with a U/A 16+ certificate. The censor board's review brought forth specific directives for each language:
• Malayalam, Tamil, and Kannada Versions: Thankfully, no visual or audio cuts were ordered for these versions, allowing audiences to experience the film as intended by the makers.
• Specific Instructions Issued:
* Original Malayalam Version: Makers were instructed to add a static warning card highlighting the dangers of smoking.
* Dubbed Kannada Version: A similar static warning card regarding the ill effects of alcohol consumption was mandated.
* Dubbed Telugu Version: A minor edit was requested, with the expletive ‘f**k’ in the second half of the film needing to be muted.
Following these modifications, the original Malayalam version of Drishyam 3 received its CBFC clearance on May 11, with the dubbed versions following on May 15. The film's official length, as stated on the censor certificates, is 159.05 minutes, which translates to 2 hours, 39 minutes, and 5 seconds.
Star-Studded Cast and Visionary Production
Drishyam 3 features a stellar cast that has become synonymous with the franchise's success:
• Leading Roles: Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, and Asha Sharath.
• Writer & Director: The acclaimed Jeethu Joseph.
• Producer: Antony Perumbavoor.
Franchise Legacy and Box Office Expectations
The Drishyam series has consistently delivered cinematic excellence and commercial success:
• Drishyam (2013): This first installment became the highest-grossing Malayalam film of all time upon its release.
• Drishyam 2 (2021): Due to COVID-related restrictions, the second part had a direct release on Amazon Prime Video, garnering widespread critical acclaim.
With Drishyam 3's advance booking commencing last week in Kerala, ticket sales have been exceptionally encouraging, indicating an earth-shattering opening is on the cards. The film is poised to be a major box office success.
Global Reach and Hindi Remake Connection
Interestingly, outside Kerala and in overseas markets, Drishyam 3 will be released by Panorama Studios, led by Kumar Mangat Pathak and Abhishek Pathak. This banner is well-known for producing the successful Hindi remakes of the Drishyam series, starring Ajay Devgn. Fans of the Hindi franchise can also look forward to their version of Drishyam 3, which is scheduled for release later this year, on October 2.
