Jaideep Ahlawat has directly addressed one of the biggest casting rumours around Drishyam 3. He says he is not replacing Akshaye Khanna.
What Jaideep clarified
According to the actor, his character in Drishyam 3 is completely new. That means he is joining the franchise as an additional force in the story rather than stepping into Khanna’s earlier role.
Why fans assumed otherwise
Akshaye Khanna’s absence from the new film’s promotional material fuelled months of speculation, especially after public controversy around his association with the franchise.
Why a new character matters
Drishyam works by adding new layers of pressure around Vijay Salgaonkar’s secret. A new character can change the investigation or conflict without simply repeating what earlier characters did.
What the trailer suggests
The new instalment brings Jaideep into a story that already includes Ajay Devgn and Tabu, setting up another tense round in the long-running mystery.
Bottom line
Fans looking for a one-for-one replacement should adjust expectations. Jaideep says his role is its own character—and that could be exactly what the franchise needs.
Source: Indian Express
