‘Drishyam 3’: How Jaideep Ahlawat replaced Akshaye Khanna at the last minute
Director Abhishek Pathak reveals how Jaideep Ahlawat replaced the actor and the team rewrote parts of the script in just days. The makers of the Hindi ‘ Drishyam ’ franchise faced a major last-minute challenge when Akshaye Khanna exited the third instalment just seven days before filming was scheduled to begin. Director and writer Abhishek Pathak has now recalled how the team managed to replace…
Last-minute drama unfolded on the set of 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion', the third installment of the popular Hindi franchise. When Akshaye Khanna abruptly exited the film just seven days before filming was set to commence in December 2025, the team faced a major challenge. Director Abhishek Pathak revealed that the production was already committed to over 200 people, making it impossible to postpone the shoot.
Instead, they opted to bring in Jaideep Ahlawat as Khanna's replacement and rewrite parts of the script. Ahlawat was given the role of Rajveer Singh Tomar, an IPS officer, and had to undergo a character rewrite within just five to six days. The director explained that the last-minute pressure ultimately helped shape Ahlawat's character, making it even more engaging.
The film, starring Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, and others, is set to release on October 2, 2026.
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