Actor Prakash Raj has confirmed his addition to the cast of Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3, following Akshaye Khanna's departure from the project. The thriller is scheduled for release on October 2, 2026. Prakash Raj stated that he is not replacing anyone.
On February 10, 2026, Prakash Raj announced his involvement in Drishyam 3, the upcoming installment in the popular Indian thriller franchise. This development comes after Akshaye Khanna, who appeared in Drishyam 2 in 2022, exited the project. The film continues the story from the previous entries, with Ajay Devgn in the lead role.
Prakash Raj, known for his versatile performances in Indian cinema, emphasized during the announcement, 'Not replacing anyone.' His comments suggest that his role may differ from Khanna's previous involvement, though specific details about the casting change remain undisclosed.
Akshaye Khanna, born on March 28, 1975, in Mumbai, has been active in films since 1997. He is the son of late actor Vinod Khanna and has earned acclaim for roles in movies such as Border (1997), Dil Chahta Hai (2001), and more recent projects like Section 375 (2019) and State of Siege: Temple Attack (2021). His participation in Drishyam 2 marked a significant role in the series, which has built a strong following for its suspenseful narrative.
The addition of Prakash Raj adds to the anticipation for Drishyam 3, listed in production updates as not yet finalized in its cast details prior to this news. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the film aims to maintain the franchise's reputation for gripping storytelling. No further information on the reasons for Khanna's exit or Raj's exact character has been provided in the reports.
