Ajay Devgn-starrer Drishyam 3 has sparked a debate among viewers after some Malayalam audiences praised the Hindi film and compared it favourably with Mohanlal's original Malayalam version. The film, which opened in theatres on Friday, has also been recording a strong box-office run, adding to the attention surrounding its release.

The discussion has extended beyond Hindi-speaking audiences, with Malayalam viewers taking to social media to share their reactions to the third instalment. Some viewers have gone as far as describing the Hindi version as significantly better than the Malayalam film, with one reaction stating, “Hindi version is 100 times better.”

The comparison is particularly notable because the Drishyam franchise originated in Malayalam cinema, with Mohanlal leading the original film. The Malayalam version has remained closely associated with the franchise, making comparisons with Ajay Devgn's Hindi adaptation a recurring point of discussion among audiences.

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Devgn returns as the central character in Drishyam 3, while the film continues the story of the character and his family. The latest instalment has generated considerable interest since its theatrical release, with audiences discussing both the film itself and how it compares with the earlier versions of the story.

The debate has largely played out through audience reactions on social media, where viewers have expressed differing opinions about the two versions. While some Malayalam viewers have praised the Hindi adaptation and called it better, these reactions represent individual audience opinions rather than a unanimous view among Malayalam audiences.

Drishyam 3 has meanwhile continued its theatrical run after opening on Friday and has been reported to have broken box-office records. The strong commercial response, combined with the online debate over the Hindi and Malayalam versions, has kept the film in focus as audiences continue to discuss Ajay Devgn's latest outing.

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