Malayalam Film Aadu 3 Wins Big Despite Box Office Clash with Dhurandhar 2 |Director Exclusive

At a time when most filmmakers avoided a box office clash with Dhurandhar 2, Midhun Manuel Thomas chose to release Aadu 3 on March 19, a decision many saw as risky. In this exclusive conversation with Dipali Patel, he reveals why he was confident despite industry pressure, how Aadu 3 differs in genre and audience appeal, and whether he ever doubted the decision. From an underperforming first film to a cult hit sequel and now a blockbuster third installment, the Aadu franchise proves that belief and storytelling can defy all odds. #Aadu3 #MidhunManuelThomas #DipaliPatel #MalayalamCinema #BoxOfficeClash #Dhurandhar2 #FilmInterview #DirectorTalk #IndianCinema #TrendingReels #YTShorts _______________________________________________________________________ #toidigital News never stops — and neither do we. TOI Digital is your one-stop destination for everything shaping India today. From Bollywood buzz and Tollywood blockbusters to celebrity culture, lifestyle hacks, food stories, and what’s trending across India, this channel brings you the pulse of the nation — fast, fun, and fact-checked. Backed by the Times of India, India’s most trusted news brand, we go beyond headlines to bring you: + Entertainment news, reviews & celebrity updates + Pop culture & viral trends shaping social media + Food, travel & lifestyle stories you care about + Stories that reflect modern India — its people, passions & platforms Whether it’s a film release, a viral reel, a celebrity moment, or a lifestyle trend taking over your feed — if India’s watching it, we’re covering it. Tune In