The beloved Malayalam comedy franchise 'Aadu', which first captivated audiences in 2015, is making a grand comeback with its highly anticipated third instalment, 'Aadu 3'. In a surprising twist, the upcoming film appears to be venturing into uncharted territory, with strong hints of a time-travel narrative that has left fans both intrigued and excited.
Unexpected Direction for the Franchise
Recent character posters released by the makers suggest that 'Aadu 3' is taking a dramatic turn away from its contemporary setting. The visual clues point toward a historical or period theme, potentially involving time-travel elements that could explain the radical transformation of the beloved characters. This unexpected direction marks a significant departure from the previous films and has generated substantial buzz among cinema enthusiasts.
Revealing Character Transformations
The newly unveiled character posters showcase the main cast in completely new avatars that contrast sharply with their previous roles:
- Jayasurya, who portrayed Pannimattathil Shaji Pappan in earlier instalments, now appears regally dressed as a king with the caption "His Majesty! Past Awakens!"
- Saiju Kurup, previously seen as Arakkal Abu, transforms into the Commander-in-Chief
- Vinayakan, who played gangster Dude, emerges as a warrior called The Conqueror
- Indrans, formerly a politician, now appears as a feudal lord titled The Upsurper
- Vijay Babu, who was SI Sarbath Shameer, is introduced as The Grand Architect
- Sunny Wayne, previously Saathan Xavier, becomes the Overlord EIC
- Dharmajan Bolgatty's character Sachin Cleetus is now The King's Hand
Production Details and Release Information
'Aadu 3' is being directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, with the original cast reprising their roles in these transformed capacities. The production team recently completed shooting after an extensive schedule spanning nine months and 127 shooting days. Actor-producer Vijay Babu confirmed the wrap-up on January 10 through an Instagram post, expressing excitement about the upcoming entertainment.
In his announcement, Vijay Babu revealed that 'Aadu 3' is scheduled for theatrical release on March 19, 2026. The film promises to deliver the same comedic essence that made the franchise popular while introducing fresh narrative elements through its apparent time-travel premise.
This innovative approach to continuing a successful franchise demonstrates the creative risks Malayalam cinema continues to take, blending established characters with unexpected storytelling directions that keep audiences guessing and eagerly awaiting the final product.
