Mumbai, 18 September 2025 — The much-awaited courtroom dramedy Jolly LLB 3, starring Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi, is set for a nationwide release on 19 September 2025. The film faced multiple legal petitions, censor board scrutiny, and mixed advance booking trends, but is finally arriving in theatres.
Legal Challenges and Censor Clearance
Several public interest litigations (PILs) were filed in states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh, alleging the film mocks lawyers and the judiciary. Objections were also raised against a dialogue and a song titled “Bhai Vakeel Hai.” However, courts dismissed most of these petitions, stating that satire and creative expression cannot be restricted.
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) cleared the film with a U/A certificate (16+ advisory) after minor modifications, allowing the release without major plot changes.
Cast and Crew
Directed by Subhash Kapoor, Jolly LLB 3 brings together both leads from the earlier films: Akshay Kumar as Advocate Jagdishwar “Jolly” Mishra and Arshad Warsi as Advocate Jagdish “Jolly” Tyagi. Saurabh Shukla returns as the witty Judge Sunder Lal Tripathi. The ensemble also includes Huma Qureshi, Amrita Rao, Seema Biswas, and Gajraj Rao. The film runs for approximately 157 minutes.
Advance Booking Trends
Advance booking for Jolly LLB 3 has shown a mixed response. Early reports suggested ticket sales worth under ₹1 crore in some regions, while later block bookings pushed collections past ₹3 crore. Multiplex chains in metro cities like Mumbai and Delhi NCR are showing stronger traction, though trade analysts believe the film’s opening day performance and word of mouth will be crucial for its success.
Expectations
The franchise carries strong recall value, and the reunion of both Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi has created buzz among fans. Industry experts are cautiously optimistic, noting that while controversies have kept the film in headlines, sustained box office numbers will depend on audience reception over the opening weekend.
Release
Jolly LLB 3 releases in theatres across India on 19 September 2025. The first two installments of the franchise remain popular and are available on streaming platforms, setting the stage for the latest courtroom battle on the big screen.
