'Drishyam' scene sparks trouble; Farmer says car number in film matches his vehicle

Thodupuzha: An auction farmer from Kunchithanny has landed in an unexpected controversy after the vehicle number shown in Drishyam 3 used by the character Georgekutty allegedly matched the registration number of his own car. He claims the number was used in the film without his permission.

The vehicle owner, RD Rajeev of Rendumakkal, Kunchithanny, Idukki, has filed a complaint with the Munnar DySP, alleging that his vehicle registration number — KL 69 D 2772 — was duplicated and used in the movie. The complaint names actor Mohanlal, director Jeethu Joseph and producer Antony Perumbavoor as respondents.

Rajeev says some people have been mocking him, claiming he copied the vehicle number from the Drishyam film. He has demanded that the scenes featuring the number be removed and that the film be barred from screening until the issue is resolved. The complaint also states that the incident has caused him mental distress and seeks a public apology.

According to Rajeev, some have even started calling him “Drishyam Rajeev.” He further alleges that because the film revolves around a criminal storyline, rumours are being spread suggesting that he too is involved in suspicious activities.