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Mardaani 3

Mardaani 3 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated September 11, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Mardaani 3 is a 2026 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films. It is the third instalment in the Mardaani film series and stars Rani Mukerji as Shivani Shivaji Roy, an officer investigating the disappearance of 93 young girls.

Plot

The story follows Shivani Shivaji Roy as she investigates the disappearance of 93 young girls under mysterious circumstances. The case leads her into a criminal network involving kidnapping and trafficking.

Cast

Rani Mukerji stars as Shivani Shivaji Roy, with Janki Bodiwala and Mallika Prasad also appearing in key roles. Additional casting details may vary by source.

Production

The film was directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra for Yash Raj Films. It was announced as the third instalment in the Mardaani franchise.

Release

Mardaani 3 was released theatrically on 30 January 2026. Later listings also show it streaming on Netflix beginning 27 March 2026.

Key facts

  • It is the third film in the Mardaani trilogy.
  • Rani Mukerji returns as police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy.
  • The plot follows an investigation into the disappearance of 93 young girls over three months.
  • The film was directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra.
  • It was released theatrically on 30 January 2026.
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Canadian context

The film may be of interest to Canadian audiences through international Hindi cinema distribution and streaming availability, including Netflix access noted in later listings.

Frequently asked questions

What is Mardaani 3?
Mardaani 3 is a 2026 Hindi-language action thriller film and the third entry in the Mardaani series.
Who directed Mardaani 3?
It was directed by Abhiraj Minawala.
Who stars in Mardaani 3?
Rani Mukerji stars as Shivani Shivaji Roy, alongside Janki Bodiwala and Mallika Prasad.
What is the film about?
It follows Shivani Shivaji Roy as she investigates the disappearance of 93 young girls over a three-month period.
When was Mardaani 3 released?
It was released theatrically on 30 January 2026.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mardaani_3
    Supports: Film identity, language, director, producer, cast, franchise position, and theatrical release date.
  2. Deadline — https://www.deadline.com/2026/01/mardaani-3-trailer-rani-mukerji-yash-raj-1236680514/
    Supports: Release timing, director, producer, and story premise involving missing girls.
  3. Netflix — https://www.netflix.com/title/82023351
    Supports: Streaming availability, genre label, and principal cast listing.
  4. The Times of India — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/yash-raj-films-announces-rani-mukerjis-mardaani-3-film-to-release-in-2026/articleshow/116280598.cms
    Supports: Announcement of the film, director, producer, and 2026 theatrical release.