Ajay Devgn’s thriller is pulling in over 90,000 tickets and crossing the ₹1‑crore mark in Delhi and Maharashtra as the opening day approaches.
Ajay Devgn’s third instalment of the Drishyam franchise is already generating buzz that could translate into one of the biggest opening days of his career. Trade figures released by Koimoi show that pre‑sale revenue for the film’s first day is edging close to the ₹4 crore threshold, with ticket bookings tallying just over 90,000 across the country.
Metro momentum
The numbers are especially impressive in the two biggest markets. Delhi/NCR, with just under a thousand scheduled screenings, has amassed a little over ₹1 crore in advance earnings. Maharashtra, which hosts more than 1,500 shows, has pushed past the ₹1.2 crore mark. Mumbai alone is contributing five fully‑booked shows, while a single theatre in Madhya Pradesh has also reported a sell‑out.
The picture is one of a film that is capitalising on the strong brand recall of its predecessors. The franchise’s reputation, combined with a star‑studded cast that includes Tabu, Shriya Saran and Jaideep Ahlawat, appears to be driving fans to lock in seats well before the Gandhi Jayanti holiday weekend.
Numbers in context
At the time of reporting, the advance gross sits at about ₹3.77 crore, not counting seats that have been blocked for promotional purposes. With roughly 6,500 shows listed for pre‑booking nationwide, the film is on track to deliver a ‘explosive’ opening day when it finally hits theatres on October 2.
Industry observers note that crossing the ₹1‑crore barrier in both Delhi and Maharashtra ahead of release is a strong indicator of demand. Those two territories traditionally account for a sizable chunk of opening‑day collections, and early momentum here often foreshadows a robust nationwide performance.
What’s next?
With four days left until the official release, the remaining slots are likely to see a surge as the holiday weekend approaches. The film’s producers have hinted at additional promotional pushes, and the buzz on social platforms suggests word‑of‑mouth is already amplifying interest.
If the current trajectory holds, Drishyam 3 could secure a record opening for Devgn and set a new benchmark for thriller releases in the post‑pandemic box‑office landscape. The final verdict will come on October 2, when the curtains rise and audiences get to decide whether the hype lives up to the numbers.
Stay tuned for the opening‑day report – the numbers will tell whether the franchise’s momentum translates into a historic box‑office haul.
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