Actor Venkatesh Daggubati is reportedly stepping away from the Telugu remake of Drishyam 3. With remakes receiving a muted box office response in recent times, Venkatesh is said to be cautious about taking up another adaptation. Meanwhile, the Malayalam original is scheduled to release on April 2 and is expected to stream on OTT before the Telugu version even begins production. An official confirmation from the actor or makers is still awaited.

Careful Project Choices After Blockbuster Success

After delivering a blockbuster with Sankranthiki Vasthunam, Venkatesh has been selective about his future projects rather than signing films in quick succession.

He also appeared in an extended cameo in Mana Shankara Vara Prasad Garu, headlined by Chiranjeevi, where his role as Venky received positive audience feedback.

Current Project: Adarsha Kutumbam

Venkatesh is currently working on Adarsha Kutumbam, a family entertainer directed by Trivikram Srinivas. The film is reportedly being planned for a Dussehra release.

Why He May Have Opted Out

Reports suggest that Venkatesh was approached for the Telugu remake of Drishyam 3. However:

Remakes have recently seen declining audience interest
The Malayalam original is releasing first
The film may arrive on OTT before the Telugu remake even starts

These factors reportedly influenced his decision to step away.

What’s Next?

While industry buzz indicates that Venkatesh has opted out, there has been no official confirmation yet. Fans are now waiting to see what project he chooses next.

Final Take

With the Malayalam version of Drishyam 3 releasing soon, and audience preferences shifting away from remakes, Venkatesh appears to be prioritizing fresh content over adaptations. If confirmed, this decision reflects a strategic move aligned with current box office trends.