Lalettan is doing what he does best — making audiences return to theatres again and again. Drishyam 3, the much-awaited third chapter of Jeethu Joseph’s iconic crime thriller franchise, has taken Kerala by storm, collecting a massive ₹62.70 crore gross in its extended opening week of just 8 days. And honestly? It’s only getting started.
Drishyam 3 Day-Wise Kerala Box Office Breakdown
Here’s a look at how Drishyam 3 performed daily at the Kerala box office:
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | ₹11.00 crore |
| Day 2 | ₹8.80 crore |
| Day 3 | ₹9.20 crore |
| Day 4 | ₹9.60 crore |
| Day 5 | ₹6.60 crore |
| Day 6 | ₹5.80 crore |
| Day 7 | ₹6.00 crore |
| Day 8 | ₹5.70 crore (est.) |
| Total | ₹62.70 crore |
Second Biggest Malayalam Opening Week — Ever
What makes this run truly special is the historical context. Drishyam 3 has clocked the second biggest extended opening week for any Malayalam film in Kerala, sitting only behind L2: Empuraan‘s ₹70.50 crore. That’s elite company — and considering Drishyam 3 reportedly carries slightly better word-of-mouth than Empuraan, the ceiling could be even higher.
The Drishyam franchise has always been more than cinema — it’s a cultural event in Kerala. Jeethu Joseph’s trilogy has redefined what a family-driven crime thriller can achieve in Malayalam cinema, and Drishyam 3 is living proof of that legacy.
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What’s Next — The ₹100 Crore March Begins
With no major competing release this weekend and strong audience momentum, projections suggest Drishyam 3 will wrap its second weekend around ₹75–80 crore in Kerala alone. From there, the ₹100 crore gross milestone looks very much within reach — a feat that would cement its status as one of the greatest Malayalam blockbusters ever made.
The film stars Mohanlal in his iconic role as Georgekutty, with the entire family cast returning. Despite receiving mixed critical reception, the sheer fanbase loyalty for Lalettan and the franchise has powered this phenomenal theatrical run.
