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Mardaani 3 Poster OUT: Rani Mukerji is preparing for the release of Mardaani 3, the third installment in the Mardaani franchise. The 47 year old is set to reprise her role as Shivani in the upcoming film. On Navratri, the filmmakers unveiled a new poster featuring the devotional chant Aigiri Nandini. This chant, which celebrates Maa Durga's power in defeating the demon Mahisasura, suggests that Rani Mukerji's character, the daredevil cop Shivani Shivaji Roy, will need immense resolve to crack a brutal case, even if it means risking her life. 

Mardaani 3 makers took to Instagram to share the poster with the caption, “On the auspicious Day 1 of Navratri, here’s to celebrating the victory of good over evil. #RaniMukerji returns as top cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3 to investigate the most challenging case of her career. #Mardaani3 in cinemas 27th February, 2026.” The movie is set to hit theatres on 27th Februry 2026 creating significant buzz among fans. Netizens quickly flooded the post with comments. One user wrote, “another power packed coming.” Another fan commented, “I’m counting and can’t wait to see you.” 

 
 
 
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About Mardaani Franchise

The Mardaani film series, India's sole successful female-led movie franchise, has consistently resonated with audiences through its impactful narratives. These films act as a societal eye-opener, compelling viewers to confront the horrific crimes perpetrated daily across the nation. Following the immense success of Mardaani (2014) and Mardaani 2 (2019), the upcoming third installment is poised to deliver an even darker and grittier experience, promising audiences a more intense theatrical journey. The movie is helmed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra.

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Rani Mukerji’s Work Front

On the work front, Rani Mukerji, who was last seen in the 2023 film Mrs Chatterjee Vs Norway, recently received the Best Actress award at the 71st National Awards for her performance in the movie. The movie hit theatres on 17th March 2025 and did significantly great at the box office. The movie is now available to watch on Netflix.