After the roaring success of Mardaani and Mardaani 2, Rani Mukerji is gearing up to return as the fearless cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in the third instalment of the franchise. Titled Mardaani 3, the film promises another gritty showdown between good and evil, and it now has an official release date.
First Look Unveiled
Yash Raj Films (YRF) took to Instagram to unveil Rani Mukerji’s intense first look from the upcoming film. Dressed in a black shirt and blue jeans, with black boots and a gun firmly in hand, Rani’s character radiates determination and grit. The photo captures her in action, aiming directly at the camera, giving fans a glimpse of the power-packed performance to come.
Release Date Announced
Along with the first look, the makers announced that Mardaani 3 will hit theatres on February 27, 2026—just days before Holi. The timing is no coincidence; Holi, which falls on March 4, 2026, symbolises the victory of good over evil, aligning with the core theme of the film. According to YRF, this instalment will depict a violent clash between Shivani’s moral righteousness and dark, sinister forces.
What to Expect
Rani Mukerji described Mardaani 3 as “dark, deadly, and brutal,” hinting at a high-stakes, edge-of-your-seat thriller. Though the plot remains tightly under wraps, anticipation is already building online. Social media erupted with praise following the release of the first look. Fans flooded the comments section with excitement, with one user stating, “This franchise is better than anything Salman or Ranbir have done lately,” while another added, “Rani ain’t playing. Criminals better retire early.”
Team Behind the Film
Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and written by Aayush Gupta, Mardaani 3 is produced by Aditya Chopra under the YRF banner. The franchise has carved out a unique space in Indian cinema as a rare, solo female-led action series that delivers both commercial hits and critical acclaim.
As one of Bollywood’s most beloved characters, Shivani Shivaji Roy returns with even more firepower in what promises to be her most intense mission yet. With Mardaani 3, Rani Mukerji is all set to raise the bar once again.
