Drishyam 3 Worldwide Box Office: Can Mohanlal’s Thriller Beat Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra?
Mohanlal’s Drishyam 3 continues its remarkable run at the worldwide box office and has emerged as one of the biggest Malayalam hits of 2026. The suspense thriller, directed by Jeethu Joseph, has reportedly crossed ₹231 crore worldwide within just 16 days of release, strengthening its position among the highest-grossing films in Malayalam cinema.
The film enjoyed a massive opening and entered the ₹100 crore club within its first few days. Strong audience response, positive word-of-mouth, and the popularity of the Drishyam franchise have helped maintain steady collections both in India and overseas markets.
The biggest question now is whether Drishyam 3 can surpass Dulquer Salmaan’s fantasy blockbuster Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, which earned over ₹300 crore worldwide and became one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films ever.
While Drishyam 3 continues to attract audiences, trade experts note that daily collections have started slowing down in its third week. Even so, the film remains a dominant force at the box office and continues to perform strongly in international territories.
A major contributor to its success has been the overseas market, where the film has reportedly earned more than ₹111 crore. This strong international performance has kept hopes alive that the movie could challenge several long-standing Malayalam box-office records.
To overtake Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra, however, Drishyam 3 will need to maintain momentum for several more weeks. Upcoming releases and increasing competition could make that task more difficult, but the film’s loyal fan base and franchise appeal continue to work in its favor.
At the moment, Drishyam 3 is firmly on track to finish its theatrical run as one of the biggest Malayalam blockbusters of all time. Whether it can ultimately surpass Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra remains one of the most closely watched box-office battles of the year.
Box Office Snapshot
- Drishyam 3 Worldwide Gross: ₹231+ crore
- Overseas Collection: ₹111+ crore
- Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra Worldwide Gross: ₹300+ crore
- Current Status: Drishyam 3 is still running successfully in theaters worldwide.
