Drishyam 3 is continuing its strong run at the Kerala box office after a solid start in cinemas. Directed by Jeethu Joseph, the family crime thriller collected around Rs. 11 crore on its opening day and added another Rs. 9 crore on Day 2. With this, the total collection of the film has reached approximately Rs. 20 crore within just two days of release.
The film saw around an 18 per cent drop in collections on the second day compared to its opening day numbers. Despite the slight drop, the overall performance remains strong and trade analysts are expecting better growth during the weekend. Based on current trends, the Mohanlal starrer is likely to witness a noticeable increase in collections on Saturday and Sunday. If the momentum continues, the film could finish its 4 day opening weekend with earnings between Rs. 40 crore and Rs. 45 crore at the Kerala box office.
The latest part of the Drishyam franchise has received mixed reactions from audiences and critics. While some viewers have praised the emotional and psychological elements of the story, others have felt that the film moves at a slower pace compared to the earlier installments. Even with divided opinions, the movie continues to attract family audiences and loyal fans of the franchise.
One of the main reasons behind the strong performance is the popularity of the Drishyam series and the audience’s connection with the character of Georgekutty. Mohanlal’s return to the role has generated significant interest among viewers, especially in Kerala where the franchise enjoys a strong fan base.
Trade experts believe the film’s long term performance will now depend mainly on how it performs during weekdays. A stable hold from Monday onwards will be important if the film wants to emerge as a major blockbuster at the box office.
The day wise box office collections of Drishyam 3 are as follows:
Day 1 – Rs. 11.00 crore
Day 2 – Rs. 9.00 crore (estimated)
Total – Rs. 20.00 crore