After ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunam’ success, Will Venkatesh Daggubati step away from ‘Drishyam 3’? - Reports

Following the massive success of ‘Sankranthiki Vasthunam,' Venkatesh Daggubati has been taking a measured approach towards his next projects. Instead of signing multiple films in quick succession, the veteran star appears focused on roles that offer novelty and strong audience appeal.

He was recently seen in an extended cameo in ‘Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu,' headlined by Chiranjeevi, where his appearance as Venky drew enthusiastic responses from fans. The cameo, though brief, reminded audiences of his enduring charm and comic timing.

Busy with ‘Adarsha Kutumbam’

At present, Venkatesh is working on ‘Adarsha Kutumbam,' a family entertainer directed by Trivikram Srinivas. Known for his clean humor and emotionally engaging storytelling, Trivikram’s collaboration with Venkatesh has generated considerable excitement. The film is reportedly being planned as a festive release around Dussehra, a slot that traditionally works well for family-oriented entertainers. Industry insiders believe the project could further strengthen Venkatesh’s image as a dependable crowd-puller in the genre.

Why ‘Drishyam 3’ may not happen

Amid these developments, reports stated by 123telugu.com emerged that the actor had been approached for the Telugu remake of ‘Drishyam 3.' Venkatesh previously led the Telugu adaptations of the franchise, originally headlined by Mohanlal, and both installments were successful. However, changing audience preferences may have influenced his decision this time.

With remakes facing diminishing returns at the box office and viewers increasingly favoring original stories, the actor is said to have opted out of the third part. Another key factor is timing. The Malayalam original is scheduled to release on April 2 and is expected to premiere on streaming platforms soon after, potentially reducing the impact of any later remake.

Official word is still awaited

While industry chatter strongly suggests that Venkatesh has stepped away from ‘Drishyam 3,' no formal announcement has been made so far. Whether the project will move ahead with another lead actor or be shelved altogether remains unclear. For now, fans can look forward to seeing the star in ‘Adarsha Kutumbam,' as he continues to prioritize content-driven cinema over safe franchise extensions.

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