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Drishyam 3, directed by Jeethu Joseph and starring Mohanlal, is seeing an exceptional reception ahead of its theatrical release on May 21, 2026. The Malayalam
crime thriller has already crossed Rs 10 crore in worldwide advance bookings. The film marks the return of Georgekutty and his family years after Drishyam 2. Alongside Mohanlal, the cast includes Meena, Ansiba Hassan, Esther Anil, Siddique, Murali Gopy, and Asha Sharath. The film’s trailer hints at Georgekutty struggling with guilt and fear over his past actions. Here's all you need to know about the advance booking of the film.
Drishyam 3 Advance Booking Crosses Rs 10 Crore Worldwide Ahead Of Release
As per Sacknilk, the pre-sales continue to grow across domestic and overseas markets. With the current momentum, Drishyam 3 is expected to record one of the biggest opening weekends ever for a Malayalam film in recent years. Drishyam 3 has already crossed Rs 4 crore gross in Kerala for its opening day, with more than 2 lakh tickets sold across the state. Worldwide advance bookings are estimated between Rs 7 crore and Rs 10 crore gross even with a week remaining before release. Kochi, Thiruvananthapuram, and Kozhikode have emerged as the top-performing centres, while several premium shows are close to selling out.
The film’s strong advance booking performance shows the popularity of the Drishyam franchise, which remains one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated thrillers.
Georgekutty Returns
Drishyam 3 continues the story of Georgekutty and his family several years after the dramatic events of Drishyam and Drishyam 2. Mohanlal reprises his iconic role as Georgekutty, a man constantly trying to protect his family from the consequences of a crime that changed their lives forever.
The teaser released by the makers suggests that Georgekutty is now overcoming with guilt, fear, and the emotional burden of his past decisions. In one of the key moments from the teaser, he admits that he acted without thinking about the long-term consequences and now lives with constant anxiety.
First Show Timings And Release Details
Drishyam 3's first show of the film will begin at 8 AM IST. Interestingly, the release also coincides with Mohanlal’s 66th birthday, making it an even more special occasion for fans of the Malayalam superstar. The film has received a U/A 13+ certification from the censor board and has a runtime of 156 minutes. The technical team from Drishyam 2 also returns for the third chapter, including composer Anil Johnson, cinematographer Satheesh Kurup, and editor Vinayak VS.
