Steady third week keeps Drishyam 3 in the race
Drishyam 3 is showing no signs of slowing down at the Kerala box office. The Jeethu Joseph-directed crime thriller has entered its third week with a solid performance, adding Rs 1 crore gross on its third Friday. After 16 days of release, the film has collected a total of Rs 82.85 crore gross in Kerala alone.
Industry sources say the movie has maintained consistent audience interest despite the usual weekday drop-offs. The film’s strong hold has helped it climb the all-time rankings in the state, where it now stands as the 7th highest grossing Malayalam film ever. In the process, it has surpassed the lifetime collection of Aadujeevitham.
With the third weekend expected to bring in more numbers, Drishyam 3 is projected to finish the weekend with total collections between Rs 86 crore and Rs 88 crore gross in Kerala. That would put it on track to overtake Pulimurugan and L2 Empuraan, potentially securing a spot among the Top 5 highest grossing Malayalam films in Kerala by Sunday night.
Can Drishyam 3 cross the Rs 100 crore mark?
Industry observers believe the film still has a realistic chance of crossing the Rs 100 crore gross mark in Kerala. However, achieving that milestone will depend on how well the movie maintains its momentum over the next few weeks. Strong audience interest and positive word of mouth will play an important role in determining its final box office outcome.
Looking at its current performance pattern, the film is expected to complete its theatrical run as the fourth highest grossing film in Kerala. If that happens, it will further strengthen the Drishyam franchise’s legacy and add another major success to Jeethu Joseph’s career.
The day-wise collections show a steady pattern: Day 1 opened with Rs 11 crore, followed by Rs 8.80 crore on Day 2, Rs 9.20 crore on Day 3, and Rs 9.60 crore on Day 4. The film has maintained collections above Rs 1 crore even in its third week, with Day 15 and Day 16 both estimated at Rs 1 crore each.
What this means for the franchise
Drishyam 3’s strong run is a testament to the enduring popularity of the franchise. The film has already become one of the biggest box office performers in Kerala this year, and its march toward more milestones continues.
With a strong third weekend expected, the movie is on track to finish as the fourth highest grossing Malayalam film in Kerala. That would be a remarkable achievement for a franchise that started with a small-budget thriller and has now become a cultural phenomenon.
For now, all eyes are on whether Drishyam 3 can cross the Rs 100 crore mark in Kerala. If it does, it will be a fitting addition to the legacy of one of Malayalam cinema’s most successful franchises.