Drishyam 3: The Conclusion is on the verge of entering the coveted ₹500-crore club worldwide, amassing a spectacular ₹489.74 crore global gross within just 11 days of its theatrical release. Released on October 2, 2026, the Abhishek Pathak-directed thriller has broken multiple records to become the highest-grossing film of Ajay Devgn’s career as a lead actor, surpassing his previous record-holder Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior. The film’s phenomenal performance has cemented its place as one of the biggest blockbusters of the year and a fitting conclusion to the beloved franchise.
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, the India net collection stands at ₹315.25 crore, making it Devgn’s first film to cross the ₹300-crore milestone domestically. The India gross collection is ₹378.24 crore, while the overseas gross collection is ₹111.50 crore, with the film notably crossing the $5 million mark in North America alone. The total worldwide gross now stands at ₹489.74 crore. The crime threequel had a phenomenal first week, drawing in ₹245.50 crore net in India. It crossed the domestic triple-century mark on its second Sunday, Day 10, fueled by a massive weekend spike. It has officially emerged as the second-highest-grossing Hindi film of 2026 globally, trailing only behind the mega-blockbuster Dhurandhar 2: The Revenge.
The film has also received praise from the original Georgekutty himself. Malayalam cinema legend Mohanlal, who pioneered the role in the original Jeethu Joseph films, publicly applauded the movie, stating he was “truly impressed” by how the Hindi installment crafted a unique, befitting conclusion to the iconic franchise. This endorsement from the original star added significant weight to the film’s critical reception and further boosted its popularity among audiences.
Alongside Ajay Devgn reprising his role as Vijay Salgaonkar, the ensemble cast features Tabu, Shriya Saran, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Prakash Raj. Unlike previous iterations which closely followed the Malayalam timelines, Drishyam 3 took a distinct structural route. The plot concludes the legal and mental cat-and-mouse game surrounding a skeleton swap at a local cemetery, culminating in a final acquittal for the Salgaonkar family. With its record-breaking box office performance, stellar performances, and a satisfying conclusion to the franchise, Drishyam 3 has firmly established itself as a milestone in Indian cinema and a must-watch for fans of the thriller genre.
