One of Malayalam cinema’s most beloved crime thrillers is back — and this time, the stakes are higher in more ways than one. Drishyam 3 releases on May 21, 2026, coinciding with superstar Mohanlal’s birthday, and the numbers behind this film are just as jaw-dropping as the storyline.
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Drishyam 3 Budget & Salary
| Detail | Reported Figures |
|---|---|
| Film | Drishyam 3 |
| Release Date | May 21, 2026 |
| Director | Jeethu Joseph |
| Estimated Budget | ~Rs 100 crore |
| Mohanlal’s Salary | Rs 20 crore (reported) |
| Meena’s Salary | Rs 75 lakh (reported) |
| Ansiba Hassan’s Salary | Rs 1 crore (reported) |
| Esther Anil’s Salary | Rs 25 lakh (reported) |
(Salary figures sourced from Times Now. All figures are reported estimates, not officially confirmed.)
How Much Has Mohanlal Earned Across the Drishyam Trilogy?
Mohanlal is said to have charged Rs 20 crore for Drishyam 3, reprising the role of Georgekutty — reportedly several times higher than what he earned for his previous portrayals of the character, marking a significant salary jump.
The progression tells the story of a franchise that has grown into a true cultural phenomenon. The superstar reportedly received Rs 5 to Rs 6 crore for his role in Drishyam, with his remuneration for Drishyam 2 said to be between Rs 10 and Rs 12 crore. Now, the actor appears to have doubled the amount again, especially with Drishyam 3 gearing up for a massive nationwide release.
Honestly? For a franchise that has become the gold standard of Malayalam crime thrillers, those numbers feel earned.
What About the Supporting Cast?
Actress Meena, who plays Georgekutty’s wife, is expected to receive a salary of Rs 75 lakh — a massive jump from the Rs 15 to Rs 25 lakh she reportedly earned in the previous instalments. Ansiba Hassan and Esther Anil, who play Georgekutty’s daughters, are expected to take home Rs 1 crore and Rs 25 lakh respectively.
The pay bumps across the board reflect both the scale of this release and the emotional weight these supporting roles carry in the franchise.
What Is Drishyam 3 About?
Drishyam 3 is an upcoming crime drama thriller directed by Jeethu Joseph. The film takes place after the events of Drishyam and Drishyam 2, with Georgekutty and his family seemingly returning to normalcy. However, despite managing to evade the police multiple times, Georgekutty continues to live with a lingering sense of paranoia over the crime he concealed to protect his family. A new force may emerge in the story that could finally unravel all the secrets once and for all.
The film also features Murali Gopy, Asha Sarath, and Siddique in key supporting roles. To understand why this franchise resonates so deeply with Indian audiences, Wikipedia’s entry on the Drishyam film series is a great starting point.
Looking for more Malayalam film coverage? Check out our latest South Indian cinema roundup on TechnoSports and our OTT releases guide for May 2026.
FAQs
Q: What is the total budget of Drishyam 3?
Reports suggest the overall budget of Drishyam 3 is around Rs 100 crore, though this is based solely on media reports and no official confirmation has been made.
Q: When does Drishyam 3 release and who is in the cast?
Drishyam 3 releases on May 21, 2026, and stars Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Murali Gopy, Asha Sarath, and Siddique, directed by Jeethu Joseph.
