Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 Sets New Box Office Record in Malayalam Cinema Mohanlal's latest film, Drishyam 3, has made a significant mark in the Malayalam film industry, becoming the second-highest opener of all time. The crime thriller, directed by Jithu Joseph, was released on April 21 and immediately captured the attention of audiences. The film's opening day collections surpassed expectations, setting a new benchmark for box office performance in the region. The movie's success is evident from its opening day figures, which included a net collection of ₹15.85 crore and a gross of ₹18.37 crore. Overseas markets contributed an additional ₹25 crore, bringing the global total to over ₹43.37 crore. This achievement places Drishyam 3 in the second position among the highest-grossing Malayalam films on their opening day. It surpassed the previous record holder, the spy thriller Patriyath, which had earned ₹28.10 crore on its first day. Drishyam 3 is part of a successful series that began with the 2013 film Drishyam, which was a massive hit and became the highest-grossing Malayalam film at the time. The sequel, Drishyam 2, released in 2021, also enjoyed critical acclaim and commercial success, further cementing the franchise's popularity. The third installment in the series was produced under the banner of Ashirvad Cinema and directed by Jithu Joseph, with Antony Perumbavoor as the producer. The film features Mohanlal in a pivotal role, alongside Mammta, and includes performances by Anaswara Hassan and Esther Anil. The story, which continues the narrative of the previous films, has been praised for its suspenseful plot and engaging storytelling. While some critics have offered mixed reviews, the film's strong opening day performance indicates its appeal to a wide audience.#drishyam_3 #mohanlal #antony_perumbavoor #jithu_joseph #ashirvad_cinema
