The mind games of Vijay Salgaonkar have once again proven to be a massive magnet for Indian moviegoers. Ajay Devgn’s highly anticipated thriller Drishyam 3 (also being referred to as Drishyam: The Conclusion) is rewriting box office history.
In just seven days of its theatrical run, the film has delivered a phenomenal performance, breathing immense life into the box office. Maintaining a stronghold on weekdays after an explosive opening weekend, the suspense thriller has officially surpassed a monumental milestone, leaving industry trade analysts completely stunned.
Here is a complete breakdown of Drishyam 3’s first-week box office collection, its record-breaking numbers against its predecessor, and its journey ahead!
The ₹245 Crore First Week Run
Since its release, Drishyam 3 has been practically unstoppable at the ticket counters. Benefiting from exceptional word-of-mouth and the massive hype surrounding the final chapter of the Salgaonkar family saga, the film maintained solid double-digit collections throughout its crucial Monday to Thursday run.
According to early trade estimates for Day 7, the Abhishek Pathak directorial showed minimal drops, hauling in another massive chunk of revenue to push its first-week total to a staggering ₹245 crore nett at the domestic box office. With this, the film is now inches away from entering the coveted ₹250 crore club in India, a feat it will effortlessly achieve on its second Friday.
Beating ‘Drishyam 2’ Lifetime Haul in 7 Days
Perhaps the most jaw-dropping achievement of Drishyam 3 is how quickly it has outpaced its predecessors. Drishyam 2, which was a blockbuster hit upon its release, had a lifetime domestic collection of approximately ₹240.54 crore.
In a rare and historic box office feat, Drishyam 3 has managed to surpass the entire lifetime haul of Drishyam 2 in just seven days! The immense growth of the franchise’s fanbase, combined with the anticipation of how Vijay Salgaonkar’s cat-and-mouse chase with the police finally concludes, drove unprecedented footfalls across both multiplex chains and single screens.
Global Box Office and the Road Ahead
The craze for Drishyam 3 isn’t just limited to India. Overseas markets in North America, the UK, and the Middle East have contributed heavily to the film’s global gross. With the domestic net standing at ₹245 crore, the worldwide gross is already hurtling towards the ₹400 crore mark.
Boasting a stellar ensemble cast featuring Ajay Devgn, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, and Akshaye Khanna, the film has virtually zero major competition in its second week. Trade experts predict that if Drishyam 3 maintains this momentum over its second weekend, it is firmly on track to challenge the ₹500 crore worldwide milestone, cementing its status as one of the biggest Bollywood blockbusters of the year.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the first-week box office collection of Drishyam 3?
At the end of Day 7, Drishyam 3 has collected approximately ₹245 crore nett at the Indian domestic box office, falling just shy of the ₹250 crore mark in its first week.
Did Drishyam 3 beat Drishyam 2 at the box office?
Yes. In a massive achievement, Drishyam 3 crossed the entire lifetime domestic collection of Drishyam 2 (₹240.54 crore) in just seven days of its release.
Who directed Drishyam 3?
The film is directed by Abhishek Pathak, who also helmed the blockbuster Drishyam 2.
Who is in the cast of Drishyam 3?
The film features an ensemble cast led by Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar, alongside Tabu, Shriya Saran, Akshaye Khanna, Ishita Dutta, and Mrunal Jadhav.
