Bhubaneswar, Dec. 24 -- The confirmation of Ajay Devgn's Vijay Salgaonkar returning in Drishyam 3 instantly set fan circles abuzz. Slated for October 2, 2026, a date etched into the franchise's DNA, the next chapter promises a fresh yet familiar mystery. While Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav are locked in to reprise their roles, one crucial name stood missing: Akshaye Khanna.

Akshaye Khanna is enjoying a powerful revival. His measured, commanding performance in the Ranveer Singh-led spy thriller Dhurandhar earned wide acclaim, re-establishing his quiet intensity as box-office gold. He further strengthened his position in 2025 with Chhaava, where he played the lead antagonist, reaffirming his reputation as...