Drishyam 3: Jaideep Ahlawat Not Replacing Akshaye Khanna, Makers Confirm New Role

• Speculation arose that Jaideep Ahlawat would replace Akshaye Khanna in 'Drishyam 3' after Akshaye's exit.
• Director Abhishek Pathak clarified to Bombay Times that Jaideep is not replacing Akshaye but will play a new character.
• Producer Kumar Mangat Pathak had earlier stated Jaideep would take Akshaye's place, calling him a 'better actor'.
• Akshaye Khanna exited 'Drishyam 3' due to increased fees and insistence on wearing a wig, leading to a disagreement with makers.
• Makers stated Akshaye stopped communicating and eventually made it clear he didn't want to be part of the film.

Why It Matters: Jaideep Ahlawat joins 'Drishyam 3' in a new role, not replacing Akshaye Khanna, who exited over fees.