Actress Ishita Dutta is celebrating the response to Drishyam: The Conclusion, also referred to as Drishyam 3. In an exclusive interview with Zoom, the actress reflected on the film’s reception and her long-standing professional association with co-star Ajay Devgn.
Ishita, who plays Anju Salgaonkar, the daughter of Ajay’s character Vijay Salgaonkar, recalled feeling nervous when she first met the actor. She also spoke about how his encouragement helped her gain confidence and how their professional relationship has developed into a warm personal association over the years.
Ishita Dutta on Playing Ajay Devgn’s Daughter in Drishyam
Recalling her first meeting with Ajay Devgn, Ishita said she felt overwhelmed because she had grown up watching his performances. Taking on the role of his daughter in the Drishyam franchise initially made her question whether she would be able to do justice to the character.
“I still remember the first time I met Ajay sir. I was overwhelmed because we have seen him (while) growing up. He’s such a fabulous actor. I was nervous to play his daughter,” Ishita told Zoom.
She recalled wondering whether she would be able to portray the role convincingly. However, the experience turned out to be much smoother than she had anticipated.
According to Ishita, Ajay was welcoming and encouraging from the beginning. His appreciation of her performance in the first film helped ease her initial nervousness and gave her greater confidence as an actor.
The actress’s comments offer a glimpse into the working relationship behind one of the franchise’s central family dynamics, with Ishita playing Anju, a key member of Vijay Salgaonkar’s family.
Ishita Dutta Says Ajay Devgn and Kajol Are Like Family
Ishita’s association with Ajay Devgn extends beyond the Drishyam films. She later had another opportunity to work with him, allowing their professional relationship to develop further.
She also said that she and her husband, actor Vatsal Sheth, look to Ajay and his wife, Kajol, for advice. According to Ishita, the couple and their family have been supportive and approachable.
“We really look up to him and Kajol for any kind of advice. They have always been there. The entire family… they are extremely sweet and I really love them. It’s been a good association onscreen and offscreen,” she said.
Her remarks highlight the personal warmth she associates with the family, alongside her appreciation for Ajay’s encouragement during their professional collaborations.
Ishita Dutta Reacts to Drishyam: The Conclusion’s Success
In the same interview, Ishita spoke about the positive response to Drishyam: The Conclusion. She said the appreciation from audiences and critics had made the experience particularly rewarding for the cast.
“It feels great. The reaction is so good. People have loved the film so much,” she said, adding that the team was enjoying the attention and appreciation the film had received.
Ishita noted that recognition matters not only at the box office but also when viewers and critics respond positively to a film’s storytelling and performances.
Her comments came amid reports of a strong theatrical run for the crime thriller. However, box-office figures can change as collections are updated, so the film’s worldwide and domestic totals should be checked against current trade reports before publication.
Drishyam: The Conclusion Cast and Release Details
In Drishyam: The Conclusion, Ishita reprises her role as Anju Salgaonkar, while Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay Salgaonkar. The ensemble cast also includes Tabu, Shriya Saran, Jaideep Ahlawat, Rajat Kapoor and Prakash Raj, among others.
Directed by Abhishek Pathak, the crime thriller was reported to have been released in theatres on October 2, 2026.
Ishita’s latest comments reflect both her gratitude for the audience response and her appreciation for Ajay Devgn’s support throughout their association. For the actress, the Drishyam franchise has been an opportunity to work alongside an actor she admired growing up while building a lasting professional and personal connection.
