'Drishyam 3' Surpasses 400 Cr In 8 Days!

In a remarkable display of box office resilience, Drishyam 3, the much-anticipated third installment of the acclaimed franchise featuring Ajay Devgn, has crossed the prestigious 400 crore milestone within just eight days of its release. On Friday, the film added an impressive Rs 23 crores to its global tally, a testament to its audience appeal and marketing prowess, especially given the absence of competing Hindi films in theaters this week. This surge not only highlights the film's successful reception but also marks a significant moment in Indian cinema's evolving landscape.

According to data from Sacnilk, Drishyam 3 accumulated Rs 14.5 crores nett domestically and garnered an additional Rs 6 crores from the international market, pushing its Indian box office collection past Rs 300 crores. This achievement places it among the elite ranks of Ajay Devgn’s filmography, making it only the second film of his career to surpass the 300 crore mark, following the monumental success of Tanhaji in 2020. The timing of its release appears fortuitous, as it capitalizes on a lull in major Hindi film releases, allowing it to dominate the box office landscape.

As the fourth highest-grossing Indian film of 2026, trailing only behind Dhurandhar 2, Border 2, and Hanuman Ansh, Drishyam 3 has not only cemented its place in the current cinematic panorama but also eclipsed competitors, including Yash’s Toxic. The film's ability to maintain momentum in its second week will be critical, especially with upcoming releases like Prahaar and Nayyi Navelli poised to enter theaters shortly. The ensuing weeks will test whether Drishyam 3 can sustain its impressive earning trajectory and potentially eclipse the domestic box office figures of Border 2 and Hanuman Ansh.

Directed by Abhishek Pathak, Drishyam 3 serves as the concluding chapter of this riveting franchise. The film reunites key cast members, including Tabu, Shriya Saran, and Ishita Dutta, while also introducing newcomers Prakash Raj and Jaideep Ahlawat, the latter portraying a cunning law enforcement officer. Early reviews have praised the film for its deft narrative structure and character development, with critics noting, “*Drishyam 3* sets up well—much like a meticulously crafted crime scene, the evidence is skillfully sprinkled throughout.” The film's ability to subvert audience expectations and deliver engaging storytelling is underscored by its clever callbacks to previous installments, enhancing the depth of the viewing experience.