Rani Mukerji makes a commanding return to cinemas with Mardaani 3, once again stepping into the role of Shivani Shivaji Roy. Over the years, the character has evolved into one of Bollywood’s most iconic female law-enforcement figures, admired for her grit,
moral strength and fearless approach to justice.
The third instalment arrived amid strong anticipation, translating into solid footfalls during its opening week at the box office.
Mardaani 3 Box Office Performance Shows Early Strength
The film opened on a promising note, however, as it entered its second week, collections began to slow, with a noticeable dip by day eleven. Despite the decline, Mardaani 3 has managed to maintain respectable numbers overall.
Mardaani 3 Box Office Collection Day
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As per Sacnilk, Mardaani 3 performed well across its first ten days in theatres. On Sunday, February 8, the film earned an estimated Rs 4 crore, taking its total India net collection to Rs 35.65 crore. On its eleventh day, the film added approximately Rs 0.1
crore, bringing the overall India net total to Rs 35.75 crore so far.
On Monday, February 9, 2026, the film recorded an overall Hindi occupancy of 6.67 percent, reflecting a gradual drop in audience turnout after a steady opening run.
Mardaani 3 Upholds the Franchise’s Gritty Social Commentary
Produced by Aditya Chopra under the Yash Raj Films banner, Mardaani 3 continues the franchise’s tradition of tackling hard-hitting and socially relevant subjects. The original Mardaani (2014), directed by Pradeep Sarkar, exposed the dark realities of human
trafficking, while Mardaani 2, helmed by Gopi Puthran, explored the disturbing mindset of a ruthless serial offender.
The third chapter once again dives into a pressing societal issue, reinforcing the franchise’s commitment to realistic and intense crime storytelling.
Mardaani 3 Cast, Director and Storyline
Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, Mardaani 3 features Rani Mukerji in the lead role, supported by Janki Bodiwala and Mallika Prasad. The narrative follows Shivani Shivaji Roy as she investigates the alarming disappearance of 93 young girls over a span of three
months. As the case unfolds, Shivani navigates a complex web of crime, corruption and moral dilemmas, pushing her resolve to the limit.
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