{
  "id": 11106842,
  "title": "Ajay Devgn wanted Mohanlal's approval for Drishyam The Conclusion, says it 'beats 2': 'We should put a stop now'",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/ajay-devgn-wanted-mohanlals-approval-for-drishyam-the-conclusion-says",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T03:43:43.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/entertainment/ajay-devgn-wanted-mohanlals-approval-for-drishyam-the-conclusion-says-it-beats-2-we-should-put-a-stop-now-1.500694293"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Vijay Salgaonkar has been evading law enforcement for almost a decade, keeping audiences guessing until now. Ajay Devgn, one of the stars of the franchise, has announced the conclusion of the series with \"Drishyam: The Conclusion.\" Devgn expressed his confidence in the film's success, stating it surpasses its predecessors. He spoke with producer Alok Jain about his decision, saying he called Malayalam actor Mohanlal to seek his approval. However, Devgn clarified that he initiated the call, hoping Mohanlal would view the finished film. The actor watched the film the day before the announcement and expressed his belief that it outperforms the previous installment. Devgn emphasized the importance of ending on a high note, fearing that another installment might not meet audience expectations. He also noted that the Hindi version diverges significantly from the Malayalam source, particularly in the third film. The 57-year-old actor, who plays the character, acknowledged that his portrayal will remain consistent, but the character has evolved due to age and experience. The film is set to release on October 2, including in the UAE.",
  "summary": "For nearly a decade, Vijay Salgaonkar has managed to stay one step ahead of the police, the evidence and his audience. Now Ajay Devgn says it's time to close the case, and he's confident the franchise is going out at its peak. Speaking with producer Alok Jain on Day 2 of FICCI Frames, the actor, as quoted by Indian Express, shared why Drishyam: The Conclusion will be the last Hindi film in the…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}