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Aadu 3: Time Travel Comedy Hits ZEE5 on May 1st
23 Apr
Summary
- Aadu 3 will stream on ZEE5 starting May 1, 2026.
- The film features a complex timeline spanning future, past, and present.
- Aadu 3 has grossed over Rs 100 crore worldwide.

Jayasurya's highly anticipated film, 'Aadu 3: One Last Ride - Part 1,' directed by Midhun Manuel Thomas, is scheduled for an OTT release on ZEE5 beginning May 1, 2026. The platform announced the streaming date, confirming its availability in Malayalam, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada.
The third installment introduces a unique narrative structure, incorporating multiple timelines. The story journeys through a dystopian future in 2370, a colonial-era Kerala, and returns to the present day, driven by a mysterious substance known as "Star Dust" capable of altering timelines.
Jayasurya reprises his role as Shaji Pappan, supported by Vinayakan, Saiju Kurup, Sunny Wayne, Dharmajan Bolgatty, and Renji Panicker. The film has garnered significant commercial success, with worldwide collections exceeding Rs 100 crore. Critics have noted the engaging score and some humorous moments, though also finding certain comedic elements forced.