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Shriya rejects comparisons between Ajay's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' and Mohanlal's version

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'This film is different, and it cannot be compared to the Malayalam version': Shriya Saran rejects comparisons between Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' and Mohanlal's version

Shriya Saran dismissed direct comparisons between Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' and Mohanlal's Malayalam version, saying the Hindi film follows a different storyline. The actress has credited director

Abhishek Pathak

's writing and direction for the film's reception. Meanwhile, the Hindi thriller has crossed Rs 500 crore in worldwide gross collections, bringing renewed attention to the differences between the two adaptations.Shriya Saran Credits Abhishek Pathak for the Film's SuccessSpeaking to mid-day, Shriya Saran expressed gratitude for the audience's response and praised the film's screenplay. She also acknowledged Abhishek Pathak's contribution behind the camera, identifying the writing and direction as key elements of the film's appeal. "I'm very happy and grateful that people are enjoying this film so much because the script is very entertaining and has been written really well.

Abhishek has also done a great job directing it.

"

Why Shriya Saran opposes comparisons with the Malayalam film

The actress addressed the debate over whether the Hindi film surpasses Mohanlal's Malayalam version. Rather than declaring one adaptation superior, Shriya Saran maintained that the differences in their storytelling make direct comparisons unnecessary. "I don’t think there should be any comparison. This film is different, and it cannot be compared to the Malayalam version because the story has been written completely differently.

" The Hindi instalment has taken its own narrative direction instead of following the third Malayalam film, which was released earlier this year. Both versions continue Georgekutty's story, but their differing approaches have prompted viewers to debate which conclusion works better.

Mohanlal praises the Hindi film

Mohanlal, who plays Georgekutty in the original Malayalam 'Drishyam' films, has also shared his reaction to the Hindi adaptation.

After watching 'Drishyam: The Conclusion', the veteran actor praised the team for bringing the story to a satisfying close. "I watched Drishyam: The Conclusion, and I am truly impressed with the way they have brought a much-loved journey to a befitting end. Congratulations to Abhishek Pathak, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Ajay Devgn and the entire cast and crew on a job so well done.

"

'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' crosses Rs 500 crore worldwide

Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' reached the milestone on its 12th day in theaters.

On Tuesday, October 13, the film collected Rs 8.50 crore net in India, marking a 41.7% increase from Monday's Rs 6 crore, according to Sacnilk. The film recorded collections across 14,846 shows that day.theatresIts India net collection has reached Rs 323.50 crore, while the domestic gross stands at Rs 387.80 crore. Overseas markets contributed Rs 2.50 crore on Day 12, taking the cumulative overseas gross to Rs 114 crore.

The worldwide gross collection now stands at Rs 501.80 crore.Shriya Saran dismissed direct comparisons between Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' and Mohanlal's Malayalam version, saying the Hindi film follows a different storyline. The actress has credited director Abhishek Pathak's writing and direction for the film's reception. Meanwhile, the Hindi thriller has crossed Rs 500 crore in worldwide gross collections, bringing renewed attention to the differences between the two adaptations.

Shriya Saran Credits Abhishek Pathak for the Film's Success

Speaking to mid-day, Shriya Saran expressed gratitude for the audience's response and praised the film's screenplay. She also acknowledged Abhishek Pathak's contribution behind the camera, identifying the writing and direction as key elements of the film's appeal. "I'm very happy and grateful that people are enjoying this film so much because the script is very entertaining and has been written really well. Abhishek has also done a great job directing it.

"

Why Shriya Saran opposes comparisons with the Malayalam film

The actress addressed the debate over whether the Hindi film surpasses Mohanlal's Malayalam version. Rather than declaring one adaptation superior, Shriya Saran maintained that the differences in their storytelling make direct comparisons unnecessary. "I don’t think there should be any comparison. This film is different, and it cannot be compared to the Malayalam version because the story has been written completely differently.

" The Hindi instalment has taken its own narrative direction instead of following the third Malayalam film, which was released earlier this year. Both versions continue Georgekutty's story, but their differing approaches have prompted viewers to debate which conclusion works better.

Mohanlal praises the Hindi film

Mohanlal, who plays Georgekutty in the original Malayalam 'Drishyam' films, has also shared his reaction to the Hindi adaptation.

After watching 'Drishyam: The Conclusion', the veteran actor praised the team for bringing the story to a satisfying close. "I watched Drishyam: The Conclusion, and I am truly impressed with the way they have brought a much-loved journey to a befitting end. Congratulations to Abhishek Pathak, Kumar Mangat Pathak, Ajay Devgn and the entire cast and crew on a job so well done.

"

'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' crosses Rs 500 crore worldwide

Ajay Devgn's 'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion' reached the milestone on its 12th day in theaters.

On Tuesday, October 13, the film collected Rs 8.50 crore net in India, marking a 41.7% increase from Monday's Rs 6 crore, according to Sacnilk. The film recorded collections across 14,846 shows that day.theatresIts India net collection has reached Rs 323.50 crore, while the domestic gross stands at Rs 387.80 crore. Overseas markets contributed Rs 2.50 crore on Day 12, taking the cumulative overseas gross to Rs 114 crore. The worldwide gross collection now stands at Rs 501.80 crore.

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