The buzz around Drishyam 3 has officially gone beyond normal movie hype. A day before hitting theaters, the Mohanlal-led crime thriller has already shattered records. It has crossed nearly Rs 25 crore gross in worldwide advance bookings. This incredible number proves how much fans want to see Georgekutty and his family back on screen. Furthermore, trade trackers and theater owners have been watching the booking trends closely over the last few days. The numbers are rising steadily in both local and international markets.
According to trade platform Sacnilk, the film made around Rs 10.50 crore gross in India through pre-sales alone. Meanwhile, global ticket sales are rapidly approaching the Rs 25 crore milestone. Experts suggest that the final advance booking total will climb even higher before the very first show begins on May 21.
Unstoppable Growth in Kerala and International Hubs
As expected, Kerala remains the biggest market for this iconic franchise. Reports show that advance sales in Mohanlal’s home state have already crossed a massive Rs 6.75 crore gross. Consequently, trade analysts believe that walk-in ticket sales on opening day will give the film a huge additional boost.
In addition to local success, the movie is seeing immense love from international audiences. Gulf countries, the United Kingdom, North America, and Australia are showing excellent occupancy rates for the premiere night and opening day shows. In fact, reports indicate that theatres have already sold close to five lakh tickets worldwide.
To maximize its reach, the makers are releasing the film in its original Malayalam language along with dubbed Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada versions. This strategy helps the movie connect with audiences far beyond its traditional base. Additionally, the release has gained emotional value because it arrives on May 21, which happens to be superstar Mohanlal’s birthday.
The Ultimate Box Office Battle: Can It Beat L2: Empuraan?
Right now, the biggest debate among trade experts is whether Drishyam 3 can break the ultimate opening record. Currently, L2: Empuraan holds the record for the biggest opening day in Malayalam cinema history. That Prithviraj Sukumaran directorial brought in a staggering Rs 68 to 70 crore gross worldwide on its very first day.
Although matching that massive action film total might be tough for a suspense thriller, insiders are highly optimistic. They believe that positive reviews and strong word-of-mouth will easily place Drishyam 3 among the highest-opening Malayalam films ever made.
Georgekutty Returns to Protect His Family
The Drishyam journey began back in 2013 and quickly turned into one of India’s most celebrated thriller series. At the heart of the plot is Georgekutty, a simple cable TV operator who loves his family deeply. He uses his sharp mind and clever planning to shield his loved ones after an accidental crime turns their lives upside down.
In the original movie, Georgekutty created a brilliant cover-up story after his daughter accidentally killed Varun, the son of a top police official. Then, the second part in 2021 showed the family living under constant stress when the police suddenly reopened the hidden case years later.
Now, Drishyam 3 will finally explore whether Georgekutty can keep his secrets safe forever, or if his complicated past will finally catch up to him.