Malayalam cinema is having quite a moment in 2026, and Athiradi is the latest proof. Directed by Arun Anirudhan, this action-comedy pairing Tovino Thomas and Basil Joseph has shown remarkable resilience at the Kerala box office — clocking ₹25 crore in just six days with minimal drop.
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Athiradi Kerala Box Office — Day-Wise Collections
| Day | Collections |
|---|---|
| Previews | ₹0.60 cr |
| Day 1 | ₹5.40 cr |
| Day 2 | ₹4.25 cr |
| Day 3 | ₹4.75 cr |
| Day 4 | ₹5.25 cr |
| Day 5 | ₹2.40 cr |
| Day 6 (est.) | ₹2.10 cr |
| Running Total | ₹24.75 cr |
Day 6 saw a drop of just 10% from the previous day — a genuinely healthy hold for a film heading into its second week. The first week is expected to wrap up around ₹26–27 crore.
The Story Behind the Film
Athiradi follows Samkutty, a spirited college student who falls in love with a classmate and rises to popularity among peers. He sets out to revive a long-banned college festival — one that was shut down years ago due to a feud involving Sreekuttan Vellayani, a local goon with dreams of becoming a singer. When news of the revival spreads, the two lock horns in an escalating clash that can only end one way — an all-out brawl. It’s the kind of premise that Malayalam action comedy films have mastered over the decades, and this one delivers exactly that energy.
What Lies Ahead — The Drishyam 3 Challenge
Here’s where things get interesting. From the second weekend, Athiradi faces direct competition from Mohanlal’s mega-anticipated Drishyam 3, which has already crossed ₹25 crore in global advance bookings. With Drishyam 3 expected to dominate screens across Kerala, Athiradi will naturally lose screen count and footfall. However, if word-of-mouth holds strong, it could enjoy a healthy long-tail run.
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FAQs
Q: What is Athiradi’s total Kerala box office collection after 6 days?
The film has collected approximately ₹24.75 crore in Kerala as of Day 6 (Tuesday, May 20, 2026), with its first week expected to close around ₹26–27 crore.
Q: Will Athiradi be affected by Drishyam 3’s release?
Yes — Drishyam 3 is expected to dominate Kerala screens from the second weekend, which will likely slow down Athiradi’s run, though strong audience reception could keep it going in the long term.
