Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Hits Theatres: A Thrilling Return
Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Premieres
The highly anticipated film, Drishyam 3, featuring Mohanlal, has finally been released! Directed by Jeethu Joseph, this crime thriller debuted on the birthday of its leading star. Alongside Mohanlal, the film stars Meena, Ansiba Hasan, and Esther Anil, marking the third chapter in the acclaimed Drishyam series. Mohanlal reprises his role as Georgekutty, a former cable TV operator turned theatre owner. Produced by Aashirvad Cinemas, the film has seen impressive advance ticket sales. However, the box office earnings for the first day have not yet been disclosed. In the meantime, let’s take a look at the box office performance of Drishyam Part 1.
Drishyam Box Office Performance
Drishyam Box Office Collection
As per reports, the original Drishyam, released in 2013, was the first Malayalam film to surpass the Rs 50 crore mark, grossing approximately Rs 62 crore globally. If you're interested in revisiting this gripping thriller, it is available for streaming on JioHotstar.
Following the success of the first film, the sequel, Drishyam 2, was launched on February 19, 2021. Due to the pandemic, it did not have a theatrical release but premiered on Amazon Prime Video. The second part was later re-released in theatres on April 10, 2026.
Director Jeethu Joseph Reflects on Drishyam
Jeethu Joseph Discusses His Regret
In a recent interview with Aashirvad Cinemas, director Jeethu Joseph expressed his regret over a significant mistake made in Drishyam. He mentioned, "After viewing the film, I recognized that I failed to achieve the necessary balance." He noted that audiences sympathized with Georgekutty and his family, questioning whether Geetha Prabhakar, whose son is missing, could be blamed. Jeethu elaborated that from Geetha's viewpoint, Georgekutty appears to be manipulating the situation, as her son never admitted to any wrongdoing, leaving her in disbelief about the events that transpired. He also shared that the concept for Drishyam stemmed from a conflict between two families.
Upcoming OTT Release for Drishyam 3
Where to Watch Drishyam 3 on OTT?
It is anticipated that Drishyam 3 will be available on Amazon Prime Video following its theatrical run, although no official announcement regarding the OTT release date has been made yet. Are you looking forward to experiencing Drishyam 3 in cinemas? Share your thoughts on X and stay tuned for more updates regarding Drishyam 3.