Drishyam 3 Movie Review, Rating and Release: Ajay Devgn starrer Drishyam The Conclusion has released in theatres today.Ajay Devgn is back as Vijay Salgaonkar with Drishyam: The Conclusion, the third and final chapter of the Drishyam franchise, which has released in theatres today. Also starring Tabu, Shriya Saran, Ishita Dutta, Rajat Kapoor, the film is directed by Abhishek Pathak. Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj join the cast in the third installment.
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The third part picks up the story of Vijay and his family after the events of Drishyam 2, which almost let Vijay off the hook. The story which started in the first film, when Vijay’s wife and daughter accidentally killed a boy, has revolved around Vijay trying to save his family from the consequences. But, it seems like the time is up for the Salgaonkar family as the cops and authorities are convinced that Vijay is hiding something.
What makes Drishyam: The Conclusion particularly significant is that the Hindi franchise is now moving on a different direction from the Malayalam series starring Mohanlal. While the first two Hindi films were remakes of the Malayalam Drishyam films, the new Hindi instalment has its own story. The Hindi franchise will also conclude the series with this chapter, but there have been hints that the Malayalam series will continue.
At the trailer launch, Ajay Devgn said the Hindi film has a “completely different script” and is not a version with minor changes. He explained that while the first two Hindi films were inspired by the Malayalam originals, the third instalment takes an entirely different route. He also revealed that he wanted Mohanlal and filmmaker Jeethu Joseph to watch the film and give their approval.
User Azrael-RA said via Reddit, "As someone from Kerala, Hindi Drishyam 3 is way better than the malayalam version in every single aspect. So glad that you guys were able to nail this one, since the malayalam version was HORRIBLE."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 14,956 shows, has collected around Rs 62.44 crore net as of 9 pm on Friday.
User @Amitadfan_ tweeted, "Just watched #drishyam3, and what a film! @ajaydevgn sir is absolutely brilliant once again. His performance, screenplay,suspense, and the way story keeps you hooked till the very end.. engaging screenplay and a suspense that truly delivers."
User AirFamous9435 said via Reddit, "Drishyam is probably one of the few rare franchises in bollywood with three successful installments, usually more than 2 means they are trying to milk a cow but after watching this, I was pleasantly surprised this is not the case. Loved this movie."
User NavdeepGusain posted on Reddit, "Absolutely GOAT movie....and millions times better than Malayalam counterpart. Each and every one was excellent, including Shriya who I thought was pretty mid but one scene was enough for her to garner attention. Ajay is splending in the whole series and this time too, he shows his immense verstality. Jaideep was a fine addition. But the star of the movie was perhaps character of Gaitonde and the actor who was as usual hell irritating and funny."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 13,749 shows, has collected around Rs 56.04 crore net as of 8 pm on Friday.
User @adityasin87's post on X read, "#drishyam3 Review: 4.5/5. Absolute suspense masterclass! Insane plot twists you’ll never see coming. Ajay Devgn is phenomenal, Jaideep Ahlawat & Prakash Raj are electric, and the supporting cast nails every scene. A must-watch."
User @HarishMeher11 wrote on X, "#drishyamtheconclusion Perfect finish to Drishyam series. Very gripping and commendable performances from all the leading cast. The comclusion also makes a satisfactory watch unlike malyalam Drishyam3 where it's still being dragged to nxt part and testing the patience."
User @tusharshekher said via X, "When a student learns 2 chapters from a teacher & then surpasses him in his own subject with flying colours, the result is #drishyam3 A brilliant & thrilling threequel, with @ajaydevgn & @JaideepAhlawat in fine form, it masters tension building which is pure fun. Pop cult."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 12,382 shows, has collected around Rs 51.09 crore net as of 7 pm on Friday.
User @cinemitra12's tweet read, "Watched #drishyamtheconclusion. It’s a blockbuster from frame one! Ajay Devgn and Jaideep Ahlawat’s face-off is absolutely electric, and that courtroom scene? Pure fire. 4*/5."
User @NishitShaw posted on X, "#drishyamtheconclusion [#drishyam3] works perfectly as a conclusion of the franchise. The makers understood the assignment on how to conclude it and that’s a plus. BUT, the pre-finale feels too convenient and could’ve been a lot better. The ‘Part 2’ SHOCK VALUE is missing but at the same time, the film is pretty straightforward and controlled. The biggest achievement is that the film entertains you and keeps you engaged throughout. Jaideep and Ajay confrontation blocks remain under-utilised because a bigger force [Prakash Raj] enters the scene to dominate. Part 2 had better writing as things didn’t look so convenient in that one and the thrills were genuinely exciting and unpredictable. Also, Akshaye Khanna’s character was written pretty well in that one and that is is something you’ll miss. This would’ve been a clear 4/5 from my side if the pre-finale and finale were not so predictable. Film has strong technical aspects, impactful dialogues and some crazy BGM but the twists and turns aren’t very surprising."
User @This_Is_Ubais said via X, "This had to be Mohanlal's Drishyam, and there was a Mohanlal coded sequence in this film that definitely deserved him more than Ajay Devgan, and it is a costly miss."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 11,645 shows, has collected around Rs 46.35 crore net as of 6 pm on Friday.
A post by X user @Ankitaker read, "Finished Watching #drishyam3. The movie wastes no time in getting into the plot of inspection & unlike previous parts you won’t see light moments of the family. Jaideep Alhawat was just superb in the first half of the movie and intact he carries the first half for me , Ajay Devgn and his scenes with Jaideep was too good near the interval. But Vijay & Savio scenes in the first half was a bit slow and that’s the only drawback I can think off … Gaitonde scenes were entertaining with couple of jokes. Second half again was gripping throughout , Prakash Raj so good , he is a brilliant actor. The twists in the last half n hour - Few you might predict but some will surprise you like how wow Vijay is a mastermind. The whole ‘faking/pretending’ thing was very well done and that was the best part here. Performances from All the cast was good be it Ajay , Shriya , Tabu etc. Overall - Drishyam The Conclusion really concludes on a high and you leave the theatre satisfied."
User @Shubham_Reviews' post on X read, "Drishyam3TheConclusion might give #jeethujoseph an idea for #drishyam4. They literally closed every loose end, every piece of evidence, and every question in this film. After a long time, watching a genuinely good Bollywood film in theatres felt like having a loyal girlfriend. #jaideepahlawat was brilliant, but #ajaydevgn won with just his expressions and silence. A must-watch in theatres!"
User @jammypants4 tweeted, "Guys, for everyone asking because there seems to be a lot of confusion! #drishyamtheconclusion (Hindi) is not a remake of #drishyam3 (Malayalam) The Hindi film proceeds from Part 2 & goes in a completely different direction from start to finish (not just the climax)."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 10,548 shows, has collected around Rs 40.54 crore net as of 5 pm on Friday.
User nickdonhelm shared on Reddit, "Better than the third installment of it's Malayalam counterpart. Good that makers chose to make this as a legal thriller than the Melodrama which was shown in Malayalam. Also good to see a decent performance of Ajay Devgn since Maidaan."
User @fahir_me took to X and wrote, "What Hindi version of #drishyam3 does is it sticks to the core idea that has made the Franchise work over years. The protagonist is always one step ahead of every other character in the film and the audience. You keep guessing what trick does the hero have up his sleeve this time. And the ending revelations are satisfying even if it is not as brilliant as Drishyam 1 and 2. For viewers who were disappointed with Malayalam Drishyam3, its good to see a better alternate version of how it could have been. Drishyam-the Conculsion is worth your time."
Trade analyst Himesh Mankad said via X, "#drishyam3 is MIND-BLOWING and a perfect closure to the biggest and most credible franchise of Hindi Cinema. This one is headed to be a BIG BLOCKBUSTER with youth and families coming on board at unheard levels. #ajaydevgn doesn’t need a heroic introduction, as you know and believe that he is a hero the minute he appears on screen. What a stellar ensemble, what superlative performances and what brilliant direction by #abhishekpathak. Congratulations to the entire team on the historic opening of Rs 60 crore. This is just the beginning for an epic box office conclusion."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn’s Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 9,188 shows, has collected around Rs 36.70 crore net as of 4 pm on Friday.
User TopAd983 wrote on Reddit, "Just finished it - OUTSTANDING better than Drishyam 2 Ajay devgan has killed it in the second half.The twists and turns in the last 30 mins will blow your mind.Perfect conclusion. Potential All time Blockbuster."
Trade analyst Joginder Tuteja shared a note on X which read, "A promise was made by the team of #drishyam and they have delivered BIG TIME here. An immersive suspense thriller that doesn’t let you blink even for a moment in its entire 2.5 hours duration, it sets you thinking right through. If the first half is immersive (which at some moments may seem slow, though engrossing), the second half moves at a rapid pace, so much so that at times you can’t even catch your breath. Frankly, you miss one minor detail and the narrative may become difficult to grasp - the film needs so much attention for itself. #ajaydevgn does a lot with his eyes & just the tilt of his neck, and that itself is good enough to bring in cheers from the audiences. #jaideepahlawat is wonderful with a strong screen time in the first half where each and every dialogue by him is said with perfection. On the other hand second half has #prakashraj dominating the interrogations in the court scenes. He is just excellent. #shriyasaran has a very key role to play as the drama unfolds. Watch out for her. #tabu and #rajatkapoor have limited part to play and they are decent. #ishitadutta as the elder daughter is good and #mrunaljadhav as the younger one is fair. #kamleshsawant is excellent as Gaitonde. He contributes to lighter moments in the first half. #gayathrimohan is good as the advocate and lends confidence to the audience that she will win it for Vijay Salgaonkar and family."
He added, "Any blemishes? Well, the whole ‘naatak’ scenes at the beginning could have been edited heavily. Also, there could have been more detailed recap around what happened in the first two parts, rather than being hurried through the title sequence. That said, this also means that as a viewer you could do yourself a favour by watching #drishyam and #drishyam2 again before stepping in for #drishyam3. One has to give it to director #abhishekpathak along with his team of writers #aamilkeeyankhan and #parveezshaikh. They have ensured that the dialogue from the film comes true - 'Filmon ka sach lagna zaroori hai'! A MUST WATCH, this one is an ALL TIME BLOCKBUSTER in the making."
User @PrincePrithvi posted on X, "#drishyamtheconclusion ~ Drishyam3 is a proper sequel with a perfect ending. Thrilling throughout with good twists. Its 2x times better than that below average Malayalam version. New addition Jaideep Ahlawat shines, rest of the cast also good."
According to trade tracker Sacnilk, Ajay Devgn's Drishyam 3: The Conclusion, currently running across 8,557 shows, has collected around Rs 33.62 crore net as of 3 pm on Friday.
As per trade tracker Sacnilk, Drishyam 3 has earned Rs 33.19 crore as of 2:30 PM on Friday. The film is running across 7413 shows. The net collections currently stand at Rs 28.13 crore. The gross collections are at Rs 33.19 crore
Another reviewer said that Drishyam 3 was worth the viewer's time and wrote, "What Hindi version of Drishyam 3 does is it sticks to the core idea that has made the franchise work over years. The protagonist is always one step ahead of every other character in the film and the audience. You keep guessing what trick does the hero have up his sleeve this time. And the ending revelations are satisfying even if it is not as brilliant as Drishyam 1 and 2."
An early reviewer of the film criticised the 'pre-finale' of Drishyam 3. "The ‘Part 2’ SHOCK VALUE is missing but at the same time, the film is pretty straightforward and controlled. The biggest achievement is that the film entertains you and keeps you engaged throughout," they shared on X.
Twitter user calls Drishyam 3 'mindblowing'. They wrote, "Drishyam3 is MIND-BLOWING and a perfect closure to the biggest and most credible franchise of Hindi Cinema. This one is headed to be a BIG BLOCKBUSTER with youth and families coming on board at unheard levels."
X user Anoop Mundhra called Drishyam 3 a "gripping, edge-of-the-seat family entertainer." They further wrote, "Ajay Devgn delivers a marvellous, superb performance from start to finish. Shriya Saran is wonderful, and Jaideep Ahlawat and Tabu are amazing in their roles and capture the essence of the film. Prakash Raaj is equally great, and the whole cast has done a fantastic job. For me, it's even better than the Malayalam original. It should hit the Rs 300-400 crore mark and be hailed as one of the biggest Bollywood openings this year. Must watch with the family! The franchise shouldn't end here. The producers should bring a new part: Drishyam: The Revenge!"
A fan called Drishyam 3 a top notch film, singling out Ajay Devgn's Vijay Salgaonkar for special praise. "Ajay Devgn just casually pulling each and every scene aura farming in court scenes without even speaking just with his face and whenever he speaks people just reacting with whistles and claps. Jaideep Ahlawat adds a strong character in the film with creating fear in family and tension in audience. Prakash Raj has not much to do but he was fantastic in post court scenes. Tabu and her husband are just because it's a sequel. Climax was excellent and the way they explained all the details that made it even more engaging and realistic to watch. Other than songs rest everything is top notch including the salgaonkar kids!" he wrote.
On the back of positive reviews, Ajay Devgn-Tabu film is seeing an upswing in tickets sales. On its first day of release, the film sold over 75,000 tickets on ticketing platform BookMyShow in one hour, making the most of Gandhi Jayanti national holiday. The concluding part of Drishyam franchise is eyeing a Rs 60 crore day 1 based on advance sales.
Akshaye Khanna's exit from Drishyam 3 days before its shoot was set to begin led to a lot of controversy. However, as Drishyam The Conclusion released, fans are unequivocal that Jaideep Ahlawat never lets you miss Akshaye. "Jaideep Ahlawat nails it in Drishyam 3. His confrontation with Ajay Devgn is the film's highlight. Akshaye made a big mistake by walking out of this film," read an X review.
An X review of Drishyam 3 called it high on tension and suspense. "The film is mind blowing. I bet you have never seen Vijay Salgaonkar so helpless and angry at the same time, the tension they are creating in each and every scene I just can't explain its getting better and better with every minute. AjayDevgn is not speaking he's just reacting to the situations and letting it happen.I just hope the second half is also equally good as the first half. #drishyamtheconclusion," wrote a fan.
Drishyam 3 has sold 8.82 lakh tickets in advance booking for Day 1 across 16,125 shows, earning a gross of Rs 31.65 crore including block seats. The film's occupancy stands at 25%, with 38 shows already sold out, as per Sacnilk.
High on the goodwill of Drishyam franchise and largely positive reviews, Ajay Devgn-led Drishyam The Conclusion has booked Bollywood’s fifth highest day 1 advance bookings. At Rs 27.92 crore, its opening is preceded only by all-time hits.
Here are Bollywood’s top day 1 pre-sales in India (in gross)
Dhurandhar 2 – 52.35 crore
Jawan – 40.75 crore
Animal – 32.97 crore
Pathaan – 32.01 crore
Drishyam 3 – 27.92 crore
Jaideep Ahlawat was a late entry into the Drishyam universe when Akshaye Khanna -- who starred in Drishyam 2 -- chose to exit the project after Dhurandhar's massive success. However, Jaideep has managed to find his space in the film and hold its own against Ajay Devgn. "The biggest high point is the Ajay Devgn - Jaideep Ahlawat face-off in the first half... Simply MARVELLOUS… Deserves a standing ovation! The courtroom sequences are another major highlight... In fact, the very first sequence featuring Prakash Raj with Ajay Devgn and his family is yet another brilliant moment. Now, to the all-important climax – Does it deliver?... Does it culminate convincingly?... Does it leave you satisfied?... YES, YES, YES... The finale is powerful, gripping, and thoroughly fulfilling," wrote Taran Adarsh in his Drishyam 3 review.
Trade tracker and reviewer Taran Adarsh shared his review of Drishyam The Conclusion, calling it 'the best film of the franchise'. He wrote, "Lives up to the mammoth expectations... This is, without doubt, the best film in the Drishyam franchise and also among the best films of 2026; a sure shot blockbuster. Director #abhishekpathak, who helmed the second part as well, proves yet again why he is among the finest storytellers today... He understands the DNA of the franchise and takes the story forward without recycling its formula... In fact, the direction and writing emerge as the two strongest pillars of the film.Talking about the performances, he wrote, "AjayDevgn returns as the iconic Vijay Salgaonkar – the soul of the franchise... The lifeline of Drishyam The Conclusion... He navigates this demanding role with remarkable brilliance... His pre-interval sequence with Jaideep Ahlawat, in particular, will certainly drive audiences back for repeat viewings. Jaideep Ahlawat is a terrific addition to the Drishyam universe... His performance is controlled yet commanding, and undoubtedly one of the film's biggest strengths. Tabu is fabulous... Anger, hurt, revenge, determination – the varied emotions she portrays prove yet again why she was the best choice for this part. Prakash Raj is simply remarkable... His authority and unmistakable screen presence add considerable weight to the proceedings. Shriya Saran is in super form, while #rajatkapoor brings dignity and conviction to his part... #kamleshsawant is top notch, adding further weight to the proceedings. Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav are alright in their respective parts."
Director Abhishek Pathak's highly anticipated Drishyam 3 (officially titled Drishyam: The Conclusion) has earned a favourable review from SCREEN's film critic and senior columnist Shubhra Gupta as well, who awarded the crime drama three out of five stars. She wrote, "Ajay Devgn is as solid as ever as the unflappable Salgaonkar. And Jaideep Ahlawat's jaunty tilt never lets you miss the smirky Akshaye Khanna."
While the most expensive ticket for Drishyam 3 on Friday, October 2, costs Rs 2,300, the cheapest is just Rs 90 in the lower-stall section at Delite Cinema on Asaf Ali Road, Delhi, according to BookMyShow.
It appears that director Abhishek Pathak's Ajay Devgn-led Drishyam 3 is all set for a bumper opening. Amid growing demand, tickets for the crime drama are selling at exorbitant prices. The most expensive ticket for Drishyam 3 on Friday, October 2, is priced at Rs 2,300 at PVR IMAX with LASER, Priya, Delhi, according to BookMyShow.
Amid the outpouring of rave reviews, one netizen shared a contrasting view of the Ajay Devgn-starrer. "Drishyam 3 is a major disappointment. The story feels weak and predictable, with slow pacing. The characters lack depth, and the performances fail to create much emotional impact. Overall disaster," they wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
Reviewing the Ajay Devgn-starrer, a netizen, @ravijain0701, wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "Drishyam: The Conclusion, with its banger of a story-screenplay, is too gripping and concludes in a most thrilling way. A little suspension of disbelief regarding the Salgaonkar family's ideas to trick the police investigation helps in fully enjoying this hide-and-seek drama, one last time."
Director Abhishek Pathak's Ajay Devgn-led Drishyam 3 is witnessing phenomenal advance sales and has already crossed the Rs 60 crore mark for all days for which shows have been listed. As of 9 am on Friday, October 2, the crime drama's advance booking in India stood at Rs 60.24 crore (Rs 49.33 crore without block seats), selling 18.02 lakh tickets across 51,624 shows, according to industry tracker Sacnilk.
Here's a day-wise breakdown of the film's advance booking gross for the first six days:
Day 1 (Fri) - Rs 31.65 crore, selling 8.82 lakh tickets across 16,125 shows
Day 2 (Sat) - Rs 14.82 crore, selling 4.18 lakh tickets across 14,963 shows
Day 3 (Sun) - Rs 11.02 crore, selling 3.36 lakh tickets across 14,585 shows
Day 4 (Mon) - Rs 93.87 lakh, selling 56,559 tickets across 2,050 shows
Day 5 (Tue) - Rs 91.88 lakh, selling 55,972 tickets across 1,919 shows
Day 6 (Wed) - Rs 86.37 lakh, selling 52,606 tickets across 1,898 shows
One major factor behind the immense hype around director Abhishek Pathak's Ajay Devgn-led Drishyam: The Conclusion was the makers' announcement that its story marked a departure from director Jeethu Joseph's Mohanlal-starrer Drishyam 3, a first in the franchise's history. In a recent interview, Abhishek opened up further, revealing the reason behind the decision.
"We didn't want to do a faithful remake. We wanted to do our own version of Drishyam 3. Drishyam 2 just came my way as we were producing this film, and my father (producer Kumar Mangat) said, 'Why don't you direct it?' So I did. I really worked hard on that film. I took about a year-and-a-half just to get the writing in place before the shoot," he told Rediff.
The director added, "When the film is a remake, the director's craft is ignored, and suddenly it gets stamped as a remake. There are several films like Departed, Infernal Affairs, Vanilla Sky, so many remakes... people respect them because they are great films by distinguished directors. But in India, the critics look at remakes in a different way. I don't agree that a remake should be made faithfully. Even when a remake is done in a certain way, it has to be appreciated for its innovations."
It appears that the positive response the movie received from its previews has started translating into improved ticket sales. Over 16,120 tickets for Drishyam 3 have been sold through BookMyShow in the past hour.
Hailing director Abhishek Pathak's Ajay Devgn-led Drishyam 3, an industry tracker, @Its_CineHub, noted that the crime drama is likely to continue its triumphant run until the release of director Nitesh Tiwari's Ramayana: Part 1, which will hit the screens early next month.
"There will be no competition to Drishyam: The Conclusion at the box office till Ramayana. The film is actually the 'father' of Mohanlal's Drishyam 3 and would cross that film in flat 4 days and will cross Rs 500 cr (nett) lifetime," the user predicted.
In a significant achievement, Drishyam 3 registered an advance booking of Rs 31.65 crore on Day 1 alone (Rs 27.92 crore without block seats), selling 8.82 lakh tickets across 16,125 shows.
Director Abhishek Pathak's Drishyam: The Conclusion has finally hit the theatres, aiming to capitalise on the positive responses it received after the preview. The Ajay Devgn-starrer has begun its box office journey in a strong way and has already earned Rs 60.17 crore in advance bookings across seven show dates (Rs 49.29 crore without block seats).
User @Its_CineHub's note on X read, "BRILLIANT & a PERFECT TRIBUTE to the Drishyam Series! Before I even start to write, lemme tell you all that #drishyam3 has been watched and it is a FATHER OF SOUTH DRISHYAM. Period. #drishyamtheconclusion is an EPIC ENDING to the DRISHYAM FRANCHISE that we have all loved growing up. The 1st HALF is absolutely INSANE STUFF and is actually BETTER than the OG Part One as well, yes, I mind my words while saying this. The introduction of @JaideepAhlawat , his dialogues, his cold replies, the way he opens every angle… PURE GENIUS STUFF from him. The entire 1st half unravels all the characters and creates tension and silence with a PURE MASTER-LEVEL BGM. The Interval Scene is MASS-LEVEL STUFF where Ajay Devgn delivers a DIALOGUE that summarises the whole DRISHYAM BASE. YOU WILL CLAP IN THE INTERVAL! The 2nd half starts on a COURTROOM DRAMA note. The confrontation scene between Prakash Raj and Ajay’s wife, the dialogues by Aamil Keeyan Khan and even the WHOLE 2nd HALF peaks with TWISTS and TURNS. The moment you think #ajaydevgn has lost the GAME, he comes up with his mind and turns the whole situation around! The CLIMAX is a BIG PLUS as, like the other films, it stands out and manages to surprise everyone here. Though it is better than Drishyam 2 in SUSPENSE, it is a little bit weaker than Drishyam in terms of CLIMAX SUSPENSE, but again, this is the 3rd part, so delivering THIS is INSANITY! #ajaydevgn’s SILENCE SPEAKS throughout the film as he displays acting through expressions, a few TOP-TIER LEVEL DIALOGUES and the way his body works in the whole situation. #jaideepahlawat has DOMINATED everyone and those who think #akshayekhanna comes anywhere near him in ACTING, then you guys NEED TO WATCH THIS! Rest, Prakash Raj & Tabu have comparatively less roles but maintain their EXCELLENT PERFORMANCES, especially Tabu as the helpless mother. The entire STARCAST has done a BRILLIANT JOB!"
He added, "The BGM is terrific DIALOGUES by Aamil Keeyan Khan are the HEART & SOUL of the film. The level of TENSION it creates in a few scenes is HOLLYWOOD-LEVEL STUFF! Dialogues are going to be VIRAL. Aamil Keeyan Khan has NAILED IT yaar… The DIRECTION and SCREENPLAY should be appreciated beyond anything because they have AGAIN come up with something that ENTERTAINS and DOESN’T DISAPPOINT! FULL MARKS TO THE MAKERS. OVERALL, thanks to @ajaydevgn and the MAKERS for delivering a FILM that is BIGGER & WAY BETTER than #mohanlal’s DRISHYAM 3! This is a BLOCKBUSTER-LEVEL FILM and nobody can predict its LIFETIME! BOOK YOUR TICKETS now, now and NOW… MAZAAAA AAJAYEGAAA."
User @Apna_Bollywood posted on X, "A film made within 150 Cr budget, driven purely by CONTENT, and now creating absolute TABAHAI. #drishyam3 is a lesson for thise who keep milking successful franchises just to make money. They announced it in May 2025 and took almost a year to make it. That’s how you build a sequel with conviction. Someone should take note of this, especially those who try to finish BIG films in a month. Content deserves time."
Trade analyst Taran Adarsh shared his prediction for Drishyam 3 on X. It read, "#drishyamtheconclusion will easily rank among the biggest grossers of 2026… It has all the potential to hit it out of the stadium!"
Trade analyst Aavishkar shared on X, "Tremendous increase in BOOKINGS for #drishyam3. Shows are in FAST-FILLING mode at almost every cinema hall. This is the BEST EVER RESPONSE for any #ajaydevgn film ever. And now with such POSITIVE REPORTS, is first ₹500Cr film loading for AJ? I don’t doubt."
User @amitbhatia1509 said via X, "#drishyam3 is film of the year. Never seen such a thriller in hindi cinema. It keeps you glued to seat."
Trade analyst Joginder Tuteja posted on X, "Huge curiosity amongst audiences to check out how #drishyamtheconclusion actually concludes. No wonder, the advance booking is on fire and 50 crores+ day is loading rather comfortably now."
Veteran trade analyst Taran Adarsh said via X, "Lives up to the mammoth expectations... This is, without doubt, the BEST FILM in the #drishyam franchise and also among the BEST FILMS of 2026... SURE-SHOT BLOCKBUSTER. #drishyamtheconclusionreview Director #abhishekpathak, who helmed the second part as well, proves yet again why he is among the finest storytellers today... He understands the DNA of the franchise and takes the story forward without recycling its formula... In fact, the direction and writing emerge as the two strongest pillars of the film. The biggest high point is the #ajaydevgn - #jaideepahlawat face-off in the first half... Simply MARVELLOUS… Deserves a standing ovation! The courtroom sequences are another major highlight... In fact, the very first sequence featuring #prakashraj with #ajaydevgn and his family is yet another brilliant moment. Now, to the all-important climax – Does it deliver?... Does it culminate convincingly?... Does it leave you satisfied?... YES, YES, YES... The finale is powerful, gripping, and thoroughly fulfilling."
He added, "#ajaydevgn returns as the iconic #vijaysalgaonkar – the soul of the franchise... The lifeline of #drishyamtheconclusion... He navigates this demanding role with remarkable brilliance... His pre-interval sequence with #jaideepahlawat, in particular, will certainly drive audiences back for repeat viewings. #jaideepahlawat is a terrific addition to the #drishyam universe... His performance is controlled yet commanding, and undoubtedly one of the film's biggest strengths. #tabu is fabulous... Anger, hurt, revenge, determination – the varied emotions she portrays prove yet again why she was the best choice for this part. #prakashraj is simply remarkable... His authority and unmistakable screen presence add considerable weight to the proceedings. #shriyasaran is in super form, while #rajatkapoor brings dignity and conviction to his part... #kamleshsawant is top notch, adding further weight to the proceedings. #ishitadutta and #mrunaljadhav are alright in their respective parts. There's no scope for music in the narrative, but the background score is electrifying and significantly enhances the tension and drama. Final word? #drishyamtheconclusion is sure to rule hearts as well as the boxoffice... A finale that delivers on every front."
At FICCI Frames, Ajay Devgn revealed that he had reached out to Mohanlal, hoping to get his approval for Drishyam The Conclusion. He said, "l called Mohanlal sir, because I wanted him to see the film. Like he (JioHotstar's Alok Jain) said that they do such a great job, and this time we have diverted [the story] completely. So, for me, I thought that a kind of approval from him would be nice. I wanted him to watch the film, but he is on holiday. It is very sweet that he kept interacting. I think he is going to watch the film soon there."
Talking about Drishyam 3 at FICCI Frames 2026, Ajay Devgn said, "We are keeping fingers crossed. You’ll have to wait and watch to find out if Vijay Salgaonkar can beat them or they beat Vijay Salgaonkar. The series also concludes with this film because it is very difficult to write a film like Drishyam. We want to end it on a high. We all felt that the way the script has shaped up and the film has shaped up, I think we should put a stop right now. I saw the film yesterday. My personal opinion is that it beats Drishyam 2 (2022). So, fingers crossed!"
Trade analyst Vishwajit Patil took to X and wrote, "My Day 1 prediction for #drishyamtheconclusion: ₹55 Cr – ₹57 Cr nett. #ajaydevgn. Advance booking momentum is phenomenal. With heavy spot bookings expected on the Gandhi Jayanti national holiday, hitting ₹60 Cr nett is very much on the cards.If the word of mouth is strong, a historic ₹60 Cr+ opening day is possible."
In an interview with PTI, Drishyam 3 director Abhishek Pathak said, "I want to end this film here because I think we have written really well. We've reached the point of the film where people will get a good high from it. So, I think making a fourth part, juicing out the same characters and track, is not correct for the franchise. A trilogy is good."
Trade analyst Sumit Kadel said via X, "Tomorrow, #drishyam3 will become the first murder-mystery thriller to open above ₹45 cr at the box office and could potentially touch the ₹55 cr mark as well. History in the making. On 2 October - Non-Violence Day, #drishyamtheconclusion is set for box office destruction."
Vetern exhibitor Raj Bansal shared on X, "All eyes now set on tomorrow s Box Office #drishyam3 @ajaydevgn All set to take a bumper opening."
Trade analyst Himesh Mankad posted on X, "It’s an absolute CARNAGE at the box office with #drishyam3, with pre-sales crossing the 2.50 lakh mark in the national chains already. Who would have thought, a thriller with no conventional commercial ingredients will rake in Rs 50 crore on opening day? It’s happening tomorrow - Biggest for #ajay sir, and biggest for the genre! As I said before, the reach of every great story enhances with the presence of a big star. Yes, the rules have changed post Covid, but #drishyam will always be the franchise benefitting from the reach and stardom of #ajaydevgn - taking it wider in terms of appeal. Can’t wait to watch the film tomorrow FDFS, but here’s passing on the best wishes to the entire team of #drishyam3. May this emerge a HUMONGOUS BLOCKBUSTER. @PanoramaMovies @starstudio18_ @ajaydevgn #tabu @JaideepAhlawat #shriyasaran #rajatkapoor PS: From what I hear @AbhishekPathakk has COOKED something SOLID on content front. #seated."
Drishyam The Conclusion, starring Ajay Devgn, Jaideep Ahlawat, Tabu, Shriya Saran, Rajat Kapoor, Prakash Raj, Ishita Dutta and Mrunal Jadhav, will hit screens on October 2. The film is directed by Abhishek Pathak.
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