Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam: The Conclusion, the third and final instalment in the popular thriller franchise, has recorded a strong start at the Indian box office.
The film witnessed healthy occupancy during its early shows, with trade estimates suggesting that collections could rise significantly through the afternoon and evening as more audiences head to theatres.
Targeting a ₹50 Crore+ Opening
The movie has benefited from strong advance bookings and the Gandhi Jayanti holiday. Early estimates indicate that the film is aiming for an opening-day collection of at least ₹50 crore net, although the final figure will depend on occupancy across later shows.
The strong initial response has placed the film among the biggest Hindi openers of 2026.
Strong Advance Booking
Interest in the film was evident even before its theatrical release. Around 4.05 lakh tickets were reportedly sold across major national cinema chains including PVR INOX and Cinepolis for the first day.
Advance sales had already created a substantial foundation for the opening, with pre-release bookings estimated to have crossed the ₹25 crore net mark.
Vijay Salgaonkar Returns
The return of Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar has been a major attraction for fans of the franchise. The previous films established the character as one of Bollywood’s most recognisable thriller protagonists, creating considerable anticipation for the concluding chapter.
The national holiday has further helped the film draw audiences, particularly during afternoon and evening screenings.
Weekend Performance Will Be Important
While the opening numbers are encouraging, the film’s performance over the next few days will depend largely on audience response and word of mouth.
With Saturday and Sunday still ahead, strong occupancy could help the movie maintain its momentum and deliver a sizeable opening weekend.
For now, Drishyam: The Conclusion has made a notable start and is emerging as one of the major Hindi releases of 2026.
