Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion has become one of the biggest talking points in Indian cinema following its theatrical release. While the film has received strong reactions from Hindi-speaking audiences, an interesting development has emerged from Kerala, where some Malayalam viewers have praised the Hindi adaptation and compared it favourably with the Mohanlal-led version.
Social-media reactions have particularly focused on the film’s screenplay, suspense, climax and the performances of Ajay Devgn, Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj. Some viewers have gone as far as calling the Hindi version significantly better than the Malayalam film.
Why Are Viewers Comparing the Two Versions?
The Drishyam franchise has its roots in Malayalam cinema. Mohanlal originally played Georgekutty in Jeethu Joseph’s Malayalam films, while Ajay Devgn took on the role of Vijay Salgaonkar in the Hindi adaptations.
However, the third Hindi film takes a different route from the earlier remake formula. Unlike the first two Hindi instalments, Drishyam 3 is not a direct remake of the Malayalam third film. The Hindi version develops its own storyline and takes the characters in a different direction.
That creative decision has become one of the biggest reasons behind the current comparison.
Social Media Users Praise the Hindi Writing
Several reactions shared online have praised the changes made by director Abhishek Pathak and the writing team.
One social-media reaction highlighted the changes to the story and argued that the Hindi version felt more engaging than the Malayalam counterpart. Other viewers praised the way the Hindi film builds tension around Vijay Salgaonkar and keeps the suspense alive.
Another reaction described the Hindi film as a gripping thriller and praised its direction, writing and overall entertainment value.
However, these are individual viewer reactions rather than a universal verdict. The online response remains mixed, and some viewers continue to favour the Malayalam franchise.
Ajay Devgn and Jaideep Ahlawat Get Special Attention
Apart from the screenplay, performances have emerged as another major talking point.
Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar, while Jaideep Ahlawat joins the franchise in a prominent role. Prakash Raj also plays an important part, alongside returning actors including Tabu, Shriya Saran and Rajat Kapoor.
Several online reactions have specifically praised the face-off between Ajay Devgn and Jaideep Ahlawat. The tension between their characters has been described by viewers as one of the film’s highlights.
Some Malayalam-language reactions have also appreciated the Hindi film for giving its supporting characters more space and making their roles an important part of the thriller.
“100 Times Better” Reaction Goes Viral
The most attention-grabbing part of the debate has been the extreme praise coming from some social-media users. A few Malayalam viewers have described the Hindi version as being “100 times better” than the Mohanlal-starrer.
The comments have mainly focused on the screenplay and the way the Hindi adaptation approaches the final chapter. Some users have even jokingly suggested that if another Malayalam instalment is made, the story should be written by the Hindi team.
Such comments are, of course, individual social-media opinions rather than an established critical consensus.
Not Everyone Agrees With the Comparison
Despite the enthusiastic reactions, the response is far from unanimous.
Some viewers have criticised Drishyam 3 as predictable, while others have maintained that the Malayalam films have their own emotional strengths. A recent comparison also noted an important difference between the two franchises: the Malayalam films place considerable emphasis on Georgekutty’s family and relationships, whereas the Hindi third instalment puts greater emphasis on the mechanics of the thriller and Vijay’s increasingly difficult battle with the police.
This difference in storytelling approach explains why audiences can arrive at very different conclusions about the two versions.
Drishyam 3 Creates a New Debate Around the Franchise
The reaction to Drishyam 3 is particularly interesting because the franchise has always generated discussions about remakes, adaptations and the strengths of Malayalam and Hindi cinema.
With the third Hindi film creating its own narrative rather than simply reproducing the Malayalam storyline, audiences are now comparing two different interpretations of the same popular cinematic world.
For Ajay Devgn, the response adds another strong chapter to one of his most successful franchises. For viewers, meanwhile, the debate between Vijay Salgaonkar and Georgekutty is likely to continue well beyond the film’s theatrical run.
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