Interestingly, the film series is also being remade in South Korea as well as a development deal is being finalised for a Spanish language version, the banner said in a release. This move marks a historic moment for Indian cinema, showcasing its global appeal.

Producer Abhishek Pathak who also directed Drishyam 2 shared, “We have received immense love from our Indian audiences, who have made the Drishyam franchise a massive success. The strength of Drishyam lies in its story, and we want it to be enjoyed by audiences globally. We are very happy to collaborate with Gulfstream Pictures and JOAT Films, who will take this franchise forward in English for the US and other international Hollywood markets.”

Jack Nguyen, founder of JOAT Films, said, "Drishyam has a unique yet enduring story. It combines drama, emotional highs, and lows in a riveting cat-and-mouse tale and our adaptation will undoubtedly keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The story has clearly resonated with audiences worldwide as evidenced by the numerous remakes it has spawned. Gulfstream, Panorama, and JOAT are excited to have the opportunity to present our take on this cleverly crafted thriller to audiences globally.”


While the Korean and English versions are in the making, the remake of the Malayalam film has had a successful run in various languages, including Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Sinhala, and Chinese.

Drishyam franchise

The Drishyam franchise, featuring Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Akshaye Khanna, Shriya Saran, and Ishita Dutta, proved to be a commercial success, excelling at the box office. Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the crime thriller is a sequel to the 2015 film Drishyam, itself adapted from the 2013 Malayalam film of the same name.