The first Malayalam film to be remade in Hollywood, it will be led by Panorama Studios

Drishyam, a landmark Malayalam film that redefined the success of regional cinema by entering the Rs 50 crore club, is now all set to achieve yet another milestone. Directed by Jeethu Joseph and starring Mohanlal, the film is on the verge of becoming the first film from the Malayalam film industry to be remade in Hollywood. With Panorama Studios acquiring international remake rights, the film’s journey from regional blockbuster to potential global phenomenon underscores the global appeal of its story.

Pioneer in cinema

Since its release, Drishyam has not only wooed audiences in Kerala but has also seen it being remade in several languages, including Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, Sinhala and Chinese. Its unique narrative and suspenseful stories transcend cultural and linguistic barriers, making it a prime candidate for Hollywood adaptation. Trade analysts and cinephiles are watching this development closely, as it may pave the way for more Indian films to be remade internationally.

International rights and reformulation plans

Panorama Studios International Ltd. confirmed. It has acquired the rights to reproduce Drishyam 1 and 2 in all non-Indian languages, except Filipino, Sinhalese and Indonesian. The studio is exploring remake options in Korea, Japan and Hollywood, in the wake of the huge success of the Hindi version of Drishyam 2, which grossed nearly Rs 250 crore in India. The move represents an important step for Indian cinema on the global stage, signaling the potential for Indian stories to resonate with audiences around the world.

The way forward

There is great anticipation for a remake of Drishyam in Hollywood, with Panorama Studios partnering with Gulfstream Pictures and JOAT Films for an English language adaptation. While Jeethu Joseph expressed uncertainty about the details of the Hollywood remake, the global interest in Drishyam’s story highlights the film’s global appeal and the growing interest in Indian cinema abroad. As discussions and plans for a remake progress, the possibility that Drishyam will set a precedent for future Hindi films in Hollywood is an exciting prospect for filmmakers and fans alike.

Drishyam’s journey from regional cinematic landmark to potential Hollywood remake illustrates the universal language of cinema. Stories that resonate with audiences can find a home outside of their original context, bridging cultures and languages. As the world of cinema continues to globalize, a Hollywood remake of Drishyam could mark the beginning of a new era for Indian films on the international stage.