Drishyam 3: Will This Crime Thriller Break Box Office Records?

Drishyam 3 is making waves at the box office, showcasing impressive ticket sales and audience interest as it enters its first full week. With a stellar cast and strong regional support, particularly from Gujarat, the film's advance bookings have surpassed expectations. As it aims to break records for first-Tuesday collections, industry analysts are closely monitoring its performance. Will Drishyam 3 secure a spot among the highest-grossing films in Hindi cinema history? Read on to find out more about its box office journey.

By Narendra Chaudhary Oct 6, 2026, 13:32 IST

Drishyam 3 Continues to Captivate Audiences

The crime thriller Drishyam 3 is gaining impressive traction at the box office, showing no signs of slowing down as it enters its first full week of release. Featuring a stellar cast including Ajay Devgn, Jaideep Ahlawat, Tabu, Shriya Saran, and Prakash Raj, the film has maintained strong audience engagement following a successful opening weekend. Notably, advance ticket sales for its fifth day have surpassed those from the previous Monday.

According to industry reports, the film's advance bookings for its first Tuesday have amassed a gross of Rs 6.43 crore, with over 2.40 lakh tickets sold across 16,486 shows nationwide. This translates to a net collection of around Rs 5.27 crore, reflecting a significant increase from the Rs 6.10 crore gross (or Rs 5.17 crore net) achieved during the first Monday's advance sales.

Box Office Trends and Regional Insights

Box Office Performance and Regional Trends

The film's steady performance is further enhanced by robust regional interest, particularly in Gujarat, which has emerged as a key market. The state has reported the highest number of sold-out morning screenings, indicating a strong demand for this sequel. Since these figures only account for advance bookings, the overall daily net collection is expected to increase as walk-in ticket sales are factored in throughout the day.

Given the current trajectory, there is speculation about Drishyam 3 potentially ranking among the highest-grossing first Tuesdays in Hindi cinema history. Should the film see a notable rise in evening show attendance, it might contend for a position in the top ten for first-Tuesday collections. The benchmark for the tenth position is currently held by Jawan, which earned Rs 26.52 crore on its first Tuesday, making Drishyam 3's performance a focal point for industry analysts tracking the success of non-holiday crime thrillers in today's market.