Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph’s Drishyam 3 has achieved a historic milestone at the overseas box office, crossing the $10 million mark within its first week. The Drishyam 3 overseas collections showcase exceptional performance across multiple territories, making it the first South Indian film of 2026 to reach this benchmark.
Day-Wise Overseas Collections
The film maintained strong momentum throughout its opening week, collecting over $10 million across global markets:
| Day | Collections |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | $2.64M |
| Day 2 | $2.13M |
| Day 3 | $2.01M |
| Day 4 | $1.39M |
| Day 5 | $692K |
| Day 6 | $638K |
| Day 7 | $657K |
The opening day collections of $2.64 million set a strong foundation, with the film showing excellent hold through the first weekend before settling into weekday trends.
Territory-Wise Breakdown
Drishyam 3 dominated across key overseas markets, with the Middle East leading the charge:
| Territory | Collections |
|---|---|
| Middle East | $5.68M |
| North America | $1.76M |
| UK & Ireland | $1.30M |
| Australia | $645K |
| New Zealand | $148K |
| Germany | $260K |
| Total Overseas | $10.17M (₹97.55 Cr) |
The Middle East emerged as the biggest market, contributing over 55% of the total Drishyam 3 overseas collections. North America and UK-Ireland also posted impressive numbers, reflecting the strong Malayalam diaspora presence.
Historic Milestones for Mollywood
With $10.17 million in overseas earnings, Drishyam 3 has etched its name in Malayalam cinema history:
- 2nd fastest $10M film for Mollywood overseas
- 4th overall $10M film for Malayalam cinema
- First South Indian film of 2026 to achieve the $10M overseas milestone
The Mohanlal and Jeethu Joseph collaboration has once again proven its box office pull, continuing the franchise’s remarkable track record.
Worldwide Collections
In India, Drishyam 3 has collected around ₹87 Cr gross, taking the total worldwide gross to ₹185 Cr (₹97.55 Cr overseas + ₹87 Cr India). The film’s performance across domestic and international markets positions it as one of the biggest Malayalam releases in recent years.