Drishyam Getting Remade In Hollywood

Drishyam getting remade in Hollywood. Panorama Studios has made a significant move by acquiring the international remake rights to the acclaimed Malayalam films "Drishyam 1 & 2" from Aashirvad Cinemas, the original producers. This strategic decision extends to the development of the film series in South Korea, with talks underway for a Spanish-language adaptation as well, marking a global expansion of the franchise.

Kumar Mangat Pathak, Chairman, and Managing Director of Panorama Studios, expressed his enthusiasm for sharing the compelling narrative of "Drishyam" with audiences worldwide. He highlighted the collaboration with Gulfstream Pictures and JOAT Films to produce an English-language version for Hollywood, indicating a strong commitment to showcasing the story's universal appeal. Pathak also revealed ambitious plans to produce "Drishyam" in 10 countries over the next three to five years.

Producer Abhishek Pathak, who directed the Hindi version of "Drishyam 2," emphasized the overwhelming love received from Indian audiences, making the franchise a phenomenal success. He reiterated the essence of the story's strength and the desire to captivate global audiences with its gripping narrative.

"Drishyam," originally released in 2013, revolves around Georgekutty (played by Mohanlal) and his family, who become entangled in suspicion following the disappearance of Varun Prabhakar, the son of IG Geetha Prabhakar. The film, written and directed by Jeethu Joseph, garnered widespread acclaim for its suspenseful storytelling.

Mike Karz and Bill Bindley of Gulfstream Pictures, known for their work on films like "Blended" and "Upgraded," expressed their excitement for collaborating with Panorama Studios and JOAT Films on the English-language adaptation of "Drishyam." They described the film as a timeless thriller that has captivated audiences globally, expressing eagerness to bring it to U.S. audiences.

Jack Nguyen, founder of JOAT Films, praised "Drishyam" as a unique and enduring story that has resonated with audiences worldwide, evident from the numerous remakes it has inspired. He, along with Gulfstream, Panorama, and JOAT, looks forward to presenting their interpretation of this cleverly crafted thriller to a global audience.

In addition to the Korean and English versions, "Drishyam" has been remade in several languages, including Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Sinhala, and Mandarin, further underscoring its universal appeal.