Mardaani 3 is now running in theatres. focuses on the sensitive and serious issue of child trafficking. Around the time of its release and promotions, reports claiming that more than 800 people had gone missing in Delhi within just 15 days began circulating widely on social media, triggering widespread panic. Amplified by several influencers, these claims quickly gained traction and created alarm among the public.
As the situation intensified, the Delhi Police intervened to address the growing concern. While they did not dispute the authenticity of the data, authorities questioned the way the information was being presented online, alleging that it was being amplified through 'paid promotions' for financial gains. This sparked speculation about a possible indirect reference to Mardaani 3 promotional strategy. Amid the mounting debate, Yash Raj Films has now issued an official statement to clarify its stance.
In a conversation with SCREEN, YRF spokesperson said, "Yash Raj Films is a 50-year-old company founded on the core principles of being highly ethical and transparent. We strongly deny the accusations floating on social media that Mardaani 3’s promotional campaign has deliberately sensationalised a sensitive issue like this. We have immense trust in our authorities that they will share all facts and truths in due course of time."
This came after the Delhi Police took to X and issued a clarification regarding the alleged kidnapping in Delhi. The tweet read, "After following a few leads, we discovered that the hype around the surge in missing girls in Delhi is being pushed through paid promotion. Creating panic for monetary gains won’t be tolerated, and we’ll take strict action against such individuals."
About the movie: Mardaani 3 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language action thriller directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra under the banner of Yash Raj Films. Serving as a sequel to the 2019 hit Mardaani 2, the film marks the third instalment in the popular Mardaani franchise. It features Rani Mukerji reprising her powerful role, alongside Janki Bodiwala and Mallika Prasad in key parts. The storyline centres on fearless police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy as she probes the alarming disappearance of 93 young girls under mysterious circumstances over a span of just three months.
The film hit theatres on January 30, 2026, and opened to mixed-to-positive reviews from critics, who praised its gripping narrative and strong performances while offering varied opinions on certain aspects of its execution.