Rani Mukerji Takes on Ruthless Villain in ‘Mardaani 3’ Trailer; Fights to Save Young Girls

The trailer of Rani Mukerji’s upcoming film ‘Mardaani 3’ has been released, giving audiences a glimpse of the actress reprising her role as the fearless police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy. The trailer portrays a dark and disturbing reality of society, where Rani’s character is tasked with tackling heinous crimes against young girls.

In the trailer, a little girl playing in a bustling city is kidnapped, sparking a nationwide concern. Rani Mukerji, as always, rises to the occasion, tracking the perpetrators behind these heinous acts. This time, she faces a cunning and powerful female villain Amma, played by Mallika Prasad, who proves to be a formidable adversary.

The 3-minute, 16-second trailer shows Rani leading a relentless search operation with her team to confront the mastermind behind these crimes. Mallika’s character lures young girls and subjects them to horrific abuse. Some of the girls are forced into pregnancy, while others are silently killed to erase evidence. Rani’s mission to stop Amma is fraught with challenges, and the trailer hints at intense confrontations and suspenseful twists.

Mallika Prasad as the Villain
Mallika’s portrayal of Amma is chilling and menacing, giving Rani’s character a serious challenge. The villain’s screen presence adds depth and tension to the story, reinforcing the stakes of the mission.

Supporting Cast and Crew
The film also features Janaki Bodivala in an important role. The story is penned by Ayush Gupta, known for the global hit The Railway Man, and the movie is directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra. Following the legacy of the ‘Mardaani’ franchise, which has previously highlighted the grim realities of human trafficking and systemic abuse, the third installment continues to deliver socially relevant cinema with a gripping narrative.

Release Date
‘Mardaani 3’ is slated to release in theaters worldwide on 30 January 2026, promising another intense chapter in the franchise where Rani Mukerji’s Shivani Roy once again battles crime and corruption with courage and conviction.