The much-awaited courtroom comedy-drama Jolly LLB 3 is set to release in theatres on September 19, 2025. Directed by Subhash Kapoor, the film brings together both Jollys — Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi — for the first time in a head-to-head legal face-off.
Cast and Characters
- Akshay Kumar reprises his role as Jagdishwar “Jolly” Mishra from Jolly LLB 2.
- Arshad Warsi returns as Jagdish “Jolly” Tyagi, the original lawyer from Jolly LLB (2013).
- Saurabh Shukla once again appears as the witty and sharp Judge Sunder Lal Tripathi.
- The supporting cast includes Huma Qureshi, Amrita Rao, Seema Biswas, Gajraj Rao, and Ram Kapoor.
Trailer and Buzz
- The official teaser, released on August 12, 2025, showcased a humorous yet intense courtroom battle between the two Jollys.
- The trailer has received positive responses, with netizens calling it a likely “super hit.”
- Advance bookings opened strong, crossing ₹2 crore on Day 1.
Controversy and Legal Hurdles
- The film faced legal challenges over the song “Bhai Vakeel Hai” and certain dialogues that some argued disrespected the legal profession.
- Petitions were filed in Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Pune courts.
- The Allahabad High Court, however, dismissed a plea to ban the film, stating that the trailer and lyrics did not appear objectionable.
- The CBFC cleared the film with a U/A certificate after eight minor cuts, including blurred visuals and edited words.
Why It Matters
The Jolly LLB franchise is known for blending comedy with sharp commentary on India’s legal system. Both earlier films were box-office successes, with Jolly LLB (2013) becoming a sleeper hit and Jolly LLB 2 (2017) grossing over ₹100 crore.
With Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi sharing the screen for the first time in this series, Jolly LLB 3 is expected to draw huge audiences. Trade analysts predict it could become the biggest film in the franchise yet.
Release Details
- Release Date: September 19, 2025
- Certificate: U/A (after 8 CBFC cuts)
- Genre: Courtroom Comedy-Drama
- Director: Subhash Kapoor
- Franchise: Third film in the Jolly LLB series