As per the latest film industry reports, the critically acclaimed Malayalam film, “Drishyam,” is set to receive a Hollywood makeover, with Oscar-winning actress Hillary Swank in the lead role. Jeethu Joseph, the director of the film, recently announced that the film will be getting a Hollywood adaptation with a twist – the protagonist’s gender will be changed.

It all started when a film studio approached Joseph, inquiring about the possibility of having a female protagonist in a Hollywood remake. That’s when the idea of Hillary Swank as the lead came up. The film, which was first released in 2013, was a huge hit in the Malayalam film industry, garnering massive critical and commercial success. Written and directed by Joseph, the film features Mohanlal as the lead, playing the character Georgekutty. The movie tells the story of a man who will go to great lengths to protect his family and keep their secrets safe after an accidental crime is committed.

The success of “Drishyam” was such that it was remade in several Indian languages, including Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, featuring prominent actors like Ajay Devgn, Kamal Haasan, and Venkatesh. These remakes were also highly successful and received positive reviews from both audiences and critics alike. The sequel to the film, “Drishyam 2,” released in 2021, was a massive hit as well, grossing nearly Rs 250 crore in India.

With its massive success, “Drishyam” has become a successful franchise, and the rights for non-Indian language remakes, excluding Filipino, Sinhalese, and Indonesian, have been acquired by Panorama Studios International Limited. The company has also acquired the rights for the Chinese language remake of “Drishyam 2,” and is now in talks to produce the film in Korea, Japan, and Hollywood.

Fans of the “Drishyam” franchise are eagerly anticipating the Hollywood adaptation of the film, with Hillary Swank as the lead. With Swank at the helm, the film promises to bring a fresh and unique perspective to the story, providing audiences with a visually stunning experience. As one of the most talented and versatile actresses of our time, Hillary Swank is sure to deliver a performance that will leave audiences in awe.

In conclusion, the Hollywood remake of “Drishyam” with Hillary Swank is a highly anticipated event, and fans of the franchise cannot wait to see the film on the big screen. The film is bound to be a visual treat, with a fresh take on the story, and a powerful performance by one of Hollywood’s greatest actresses.