After months of anticipation, the third chapter of the Drishyam franchise finally arrived on screens this Friday, starring Ajay Devgn, Tabu and Jaideep Ahlawat. The opening day response was electrifying, delivering a net collection of ₹66.75 crore across the country.
A Landmark First‑Day Performance
Data from Sacnilk shows that the ₹66.75 crore net figure puts Drishyam 3 ahead of several marquee Bollywood releases that debuted earlier this year. The impressive start highlights the series’ loyal fan base and the strategic advantage of a Gandhi Jayanti release.
Outshining Contemporary Blockbusters
- Stree 2 – ₹64.8 crore
- Animal – ₹63.8 crore
- Pathaan – ₹57 crore
- War – ₹53.35 crore
- War 2 – ₹52.5 crore
By eclipsing each of these numbers on its first day, Drishyam 3 claims the biggest debut among them, reinforcing its status as a heavyweight draw at the box office.
Solid Overseas Push
The film’s appeal wasn’t confined to Indian territories. While the domestic gross rounded off at roughly ₹80.10 crore, overseas markets added another ₹15 crore, pushing the worldwide opening‑day total to about ₹95.10 crore.
Position in the Year‑to‑Date Rankings
Based on its opening‑day haul, Drishyam 3 ranks as the second‑largest Bollywood debut of the calendar year and climbs to the fifth spot on the overall list of Indian releases, surpassing titles such as Jana Nayagan and Paradise.
What Lies Ahead This Weekend?
With Saturday and Sunday still to come, industry analysts are watching closely to see whether the momentum can be sustained. The weekend figures will be crucial in determining the film’s long‑term box‑office trajectory.
