Drishyam 3 Advance Sales Hit 35,000 Tickets, Target…

Ajay Devgn's thriller moves 35,000 seats in multiplexes, eyeing a Rs 55‑crore opening as holiday buzz builds across India and abroad.

Ajay Devgn’s much‑anticipated sequel, Drishyam 3, hit the ticket counters yesterday and the numbers are already humming. Roughly 35,000 seats have been snapped up in the two biggest multiplex chains, a solid start that mirrors the pre‑sale momentum of Stree 2 at the same point.

And the tally isn’t static. Trade chatter suggests the figure could swell to about 45,000 by the close of business, thanks to a trickle of bookings from smaller players such as Miraj, Moviemax, Wave and City Pride. Those regional exhibitors haven’t been counted yet, but early signs point to a respectable contribution.

So why the hype? The Drishyam brand carries a hefty legacy, and the holiday release slot – a national celebration that usually guarantees packed auditoriums – adds a further layer of optimism. Ticket prices for this outing sit a notch higher than many recent releases, meaning the gross revenue from the same seat count will outpace rivals.

But the real benchmark sits with Stree 2, which opened on Independence Day 2024 and pulled in a net Rs 50 crore on day one. Drishyam 3 aims to eclipse that, buoyed by its premium pricing and the absence of paid preview screenings that ate into Stree 2’s opening.

According to Pinkvilla’s box‑office model, the film is on track for a net collection in the Rs 50‑60 crore window, with a midpoint estimate of Rs 55 crore. The outlet promises an update on Tuesday, and if the advance surge holds, the forecast could be nudged upward.

And it isn’t just a domestic story. Early overseas booking data hints at the strongest overseas opening ever for an Ajay Devgn vehicle, a factor that could push the worldwide opening beyond the domestic numbers alone.

The buzz isn’t limited to numbers. Social media chatter is already peppered with excitement about the film’s return to the gritty, cat‑and‑mouse narrative that made the original a cult favourite. Fans are also comparing the ticket‑price advantage to the previous franchise entries, speculating that the higher cost might actually translate into a bigger net haul.

While the advance figures are promising, the real test will come on Friday’s release day. If the pre‑sale trend continues, Drishyam 3 could set a new standard for holiday openings this year, challenging the Rs 50 crore mark that has become a de‑facto target for big‑budget Hindi thrillers.

So keep an eye on the box‑office trackers – the next few days will tell whether the early enthusiasm turns into a record‑breaking opening weekend.

Drishyam 3 is slated for a Friday release, aligning with the national holiday calendar. The film’s performance will likely influence the release strategy of other big‑budget titles eyeing the same window.

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