Jeethu Joseph and Mohanlal have done it again. Drishyam 3 is proving to be one of the biggest Malayalam films of 2026, and the numbers coming out of Kerala are nothing short of phenomenal. After a monster opening weekend, the film is now firmly on course to join an elite club.
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Drishyam 3 Kerala Box Office – Day-Wise Collections
| Day | Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Rs. 11.00 crore |
| Day 2 | Rs. 8.80 crore |
| Day 3 | Rs. 9.20 crore |
| Day 4 | Rs. 9.60 crore |
| Day 5 | Rs. 6.60 crore |
| Day 6 | Rs. 5.80 crore |
| Day 7 | Rs. 6.00 crore |
| Day 8 | Rs. 5.70 crore |
| Day 9 | Rs. 4.25 crore |
| Day 10 | Rs. 4.50 crore |
| Day 11 (est.) | Rs. 4.85 crore |
| Total (11 days) | Rs. 76.30 crore |
Second Weekend: Strong Hold Signals a Long Run
Drishyam 3 collected Rs. 13.60 crore in its second weekend in Kerala — nearly 65% down from its 4-day opening weekend, which is a natural drop for any big release. Crucially, it added Rs. 4.85 crore on its second Sunday, witnessing a 50% drop from the previous Sunday — considered a healthy hold for a film of this scale.
That kind of stability in week two is what separates a good film from a genuinely great theatrical run. Word of mouth is clearly doing its job.
Rs 80 Crore Next, Rs 100 Crore in Sight
With Rs. 76.30 crore on the board in 11 days, the film is expected to cross the Rs. 80 crore mark possibly by Tuesday. From there, it needs Rs. 20 crore more to hit a century in its home turf of Kerala alone.
Based on current trends, Drishyam 3 has a realistic shot at challenging the top grossers of Malayalam cinema at the Kerala box office, including Vaazha 2, Lokah Chapter One: Chandra, and Thudarum.
That’s rarefied territory, and puts this franchise in a conversation with the all-time greats of Malayalam cinema — an industry that has consistently punched above its weight on the national and global stage.
For more on the biggest South Indian box office performers of 2026, check out our Malayalam box office tracker.
Why Drishyam 3 Matters
The original Drishyam (2013) was a watershed moment for Malayalam cinema. Its sequel doubled down on the tension. And now the third chapter is proving that Georgekutty’s story still has an extraordinary grip on audiences. This is the rare franchise that gets better — or at least bigger — with each installment.
If you haven’t caught up with the series, our Drishyam franchise guide is the perfect place to start before the Rs 100 crore headlines roll in.
FAQs
Q: What are the total Kerala box office collections of Drishyam 3 so far?
The film has grossed Rs. 76.30 crore in Kerala in its first 11 days and is expected to cross Rs. 80 crore by Tuesday.
Q: Can Drishyam 3 hit Rs 100 crore in Kerala?
Yes — it needs Rs. 20 crore more from its current Rs. 80 crore trajectory, and current trends suggest it has a genuine shot at the century mark.
