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, with the film netting an impressive ₹66.75 crore across India.
Opening‑Day Power Play
Data from Sacnilk confirms that the ₹66.75 crore net haul places Drishyam 3 ahead of several high‑profile Bollywood launches this year. The strong debut highlights the series’ loyal fan base and the strategic advantage of a Gandhi Jayanti release.
Beating the Competition
- Stree 2 – ₹64.8 crore
- Animal – ₹63.8 crore
- Pathaan – ₹57 crore
- War – ₹53.35 crore
- War 2 – ₹52.5 crore
With a day‑one net that surpasses each of these figures, Drishyam 3 secures the biggest opening among the listed titles, reinforcing its status as a major box‑office magnet.
Overseas Momentum
The film’s appeal was not limited to the subcontinent. While the domestic gross settled around ₹80.10 crore, overseas territories added roughly ₹15 crore, pushing the worldwide opening‑day total to about ₹95.10 crore.
Year‑to‑Date Positioning
Based on the opening numbers, Drishyam 3 ranks as the second‑largest Bollywood debut of the calendar year and climbs to the fifth spot on the overall Indian release leaderboard, overtaking titles such as Jana Nayagan and Paradise.
Weekend Outlook
With Saturday and Sunday still ahead, industry analysts are watching closely to see if the film can maintain its early surge. The weekend figures will be crucial in determining the long‑term box‑office trajectory of the sequel.
