The box office witnessed a dynamic day on May 21, 2026, with multiple films vying for audience attention. Leading the pack was the much-anticipated thriller Drishyam 3, which continued its impressive run, drawing large crowds across the country. The film's gripping narrative and stellar performances have kept viewers engaged, resulting in robust collections.
Drishyam 3 Dominates
Drishyam 3 maintained its stronghold at the ticket counters, registering a significant occupancy rate in both multiplexes and single-screen theaters. The film's success can be attributed to its loyal fan base and positive word-of-mouth. Early estimates suggest that the movie earned around INR 15 crore on its third Wednesday, taking its total domestic collection past the INR 200 crore mark.
Other Notable Performances
Meanwhile, the Tamil film Karuppu held its ground, appealing to regional audiences with its unique storyline. The movie witnessed a slight drop from its opening weekend but remained steady, collecting approximately INR 2.5 crore on Thursday.
The comedy-drama Pati Patni Aur Woh also showed resilience, with its humor and relatable characters drawing family audiences. The film earned around INR 1.8 crore on its 12th day, taking its total to INR 85 crore.
Do Krishnavataram, a mythological drama, saw a mixed response. While it performed well in select regions, especially in the South, its overall numbers were moderate, with collections of about INR 1.2 crore on Thursday.
Overall Box Office Trend
The day's total box office collection across all films was estimated at INR 25 crore, with Drishyam 3 contributing the majority. Other films like Mere Doston and Chandramukhi 2 also added to the numbers, though their contributions were relatively smaller.
Industry analysts believe that the coming weekend will be crucial for the newer releases, as they aim to capitalize on the holiday period. With no major new releases scheduled for the next few days, the current lineup is expected to continue its run.
