The Malayalam investigative crime thriller Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar has emerged as one of the year's notable success stories. Even after completing four weeks in theatres, the film continues to attract audiences and maintain a steady pace at the box office.
According to the latest figures reported by Zoom TV, the film collected approximately ₹42 lakh gross on its 22nd day. Its total Kerala gross has reached around ₹23.90 crore, while its worldwide collection is estimated at approximately ₹44.80 crore.
The film's sustained performance is particularly impressive because it arrived without the massive budget or superstar-driven opening usually associated with major theatrical successes.
A ₹5 Crore Film Earns Nearly ₹45 Crore
One of the biggest reasons behind the buzz around Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar is its reported budget.
The exact production cost has not been officially confirmed by the filmmakers. However, IMDb has listed the budget at approximately ₹5 crore, while other reports have placed it somewhere between ₹3 crore and ₹10 crore.
Even though the exact figure remains uncertain, the film's worldwide collection of nearly ₹45 crore demonstrates how strongly it has performed compared with its reported production cost.
The film's success has largely been driven by positive audience response, strong word of mouth and its gripping storyline.
Parvathy Thiruvothu Plays a Police Officer
Directed by Shahad Nilambur, Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar features Parvathy Thiruvothu in the lead role.
The actress plays Aleena, a woman who joins the police force as a constable following the death of her husband. The role is significant because it marks Parvathy's first portrayal of a police officer.
The story primarily unfolds around a police station and the officers working there. What begins as a seemingly routine situation gradually develops into a complicated chain of events, forcing the characters to confront difficult circumstances.
Strong Ensemble Cast Supports Parvathy
Apart from Parvathy Thiruvothu, the film features Mathew Thomas, Vijayaraghavan, Vinay Forrt, Sidharth Bharathan and Unnimaya Prasad in important roles.
The ensemble cast plays a major part in keeping the narrative engaging. Since much of the story revolves around events inside a police station, the chemistry and performances of the actors become particularly important.
The film's realistic treatment of its setting and its investigative elements have helped it connect with audiences beyond its opening weekend.
The Film Has Broken Important Box Office Records
The steady box-office performance has helped Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar achieve several milestones during its theatrical journey.
The film surpassed the lifetime domestic net collection of Khalifa and subsequently moved ahead of Thudakkam as well. It has now been recognised as the highest-grossing female-led Malayalam film of 2026, based on the reported domestic figures.
It also crossed the ₹40 crore worldwide mark during its third week, further underlining the strength of its theatrical run.
Word of Mouth Became Its Biggest Strength
Unlike films that rely heavily on a massive opening day, Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar has followed a different path.
The film reportedly witnessed strong growth after its opening and maintained healthy collections during its first week. Its Kerala collection crossed ₹8 crore within five days and later moved past ₹16 crore after ten days.
This gradual growth suggests that audience recommendations played an important role in keeping the film alive at the box office.
A Big Win for Malayalam Cinema
The success of Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar once again highlights the strength of content-driven Malayalam cinema.
The film did not require a massive star cast or an enormous production budget to attract audiences. Instead, its investigative storyline, performances and word-of-mouth response helped it build momentum over several weeks.
With its worldwide collection now estimated at around ₹44.80 crore, the film has turned into a major commercial success. Its continued performance in the fourth week is another indication that audiences are willing to support strong stories even when they arrive without the scale of a traditional big-budget release.
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