Just when you thought Georgekutty’s story was done, it turns out the game was never quite over. Producer Antony Perumbavoor has officially announced Drishyam 4, confirming that the hugely successful Malayalam thriller franchise will return for another chapter. The announcement was made at the Mazhavil Manorama Awards, with Mohanlal and director Jeethu Joseph present.
The Announcement
Producer Antony Perumbavoor officially confirmed that Drishyam 4 is in development at the Manorama Entertainment Awards event. Director Jeethu Joseph was also present beside him during the announcement, and he confirmed that Jeethu Joseph and Mohanlal will come together again for the next part of the Drishyam franchise. Mohanlal also attended the event.
Jeethu Joseph has also said he remains open to another sequel but has stressed that he does not want to rush into one simply because the franchise has performed strongly. He has indicated that a compelling story and the right development for the characters would be essential before moving ahead.
While the news gives fans a reason to celebrate, there is an important caveat: the fourth film appears to be a franchise-level confirmation rather than a fully formed production announcement. A release date, shooting schedule, cast list, plot details and even confirmation that the script is ready have not yet been revealed.
What We Know So Far
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film Title | Drishyam 4 |
| Franchise | Drishyam |
| Lead Actor | Mohanlal |
| Director | Jeethu Joseph |
| Producer | Antony Perumbavoor |
| Production Banner | Aashirvad Cinemas |
| Announcement Venue | Mazhavil Manorama Awards |
| Announcement Date | August 24, 2026 |
| Release Date | Not Announced |
| Script Status | Not Confirmed |
The Franchise So Far
Drishyam is an Indian Malayalam-language crime drama film series, written and directed by Jeethu Joseph and produced by Antony Perumbavoor under Aashirvad Cinemas. It stars Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil as Georgekutty, Rani George, Anju George and Anu George.
The franchise began with Jeethu Joseph’s Drishyam in 2013. The Malayalam thriller introduced Georgekutty as a family man who finds himself caught in a dangerous situation and uses his intelligence to protect his wife and daughters. The film became a major success and was followed by Drishyam 2.
| Film | Release Year | Platform | Director |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drishyam | 2013 | Theatrical | Jeethu Joseph |
| Drishyam 2 | 2021 | OTT (Direct) | Jeethu Joseph |
| Drishyam 3 | 2026 | Theatrical (May 21) | Jeethu Joseph |
| Drishyam 4 | TBA | TBA | Jeethu Joseph |
How Did Drishyam 3 Perform?
Drishyam 3 arrived in theatres on May 21, once again putting Mohanlal in the role of Georgekutty. The third instalment performed strongly at the box office and crossed the ₹100 crore mark within days of its release. The film’s commercial success has now paved the way for another sequel, although its reception among audiences was mixed.
Some viewers felt that the story was stretched too much and that it did not have the same thrill as the earlier movies. Still, the film reportedly earned around ₹240 crore worldwide, and its box-office performance seems to have encouraged the makers to continue the franchise.
Jeethu Joseph’s Creative Stance
For Jeethu, the decision to make another chapter has never been a straightforward commercial one. Following Drishyam 3, the filmmaker had said that he could not promise a fourth installment unless he found an idea strong enough to justify taking Georgekutty’s journey forward. He had also indicated that he did not want to keep extending the franchise without a compelling reason.
With Drishyam 4 confirmed, the focus will now be on how director Jeethu Joseph develops Georgekutty’s story after the events of the third film.
The Hindi Remake Connection
The Drishyam phenomenon travelled well beyond Malayalam cinema, with its Hindi adaptations led by Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar emerging as major box-office successes. Ajay Devgn’s Hindi Drishyam 3, titled Drishyam: The Conclusion, is set to continue the remake franchise with Devgn returning as Vijay Salgaonkar. The film is scheduled for release on October 2, 2026.
What’s Next
With Drishyam 4 now officially confirmed, Georgekutty’s journey is set to continue. More details about the cast, plot, director and production schedule are expected to emerge in the coming months.
Mohanlal’s announced slate of seven films with seven different directors also adds to the intrigue around when exactly Drishyam 4 will begin production — making the wait all the more interesting for fans of the franchise.
