Mardaani 3
Third entry in franchise about fierce cop Shivani Roy fighting human trafficking
The brief
Rani Mukerji slips back into her fierce cop persona with the same righteous fury that made the first two Mardaani films hit so hard, but this third outing feels more mechanical than emotionally charged. The human trafficking storyline maintains the series' commitment to serious social issues, though director Abhiraj Minawala leans heavily into conventional action beats rather than the psychological cat-and-mouse games that made Shivani Roy memorable. At over two hours, it drags when it should sprint, despite Mukerji's unwavering intensity keeping you invested in her character's mission. Perfect for fans of the franchise who want another dose of Bollywood's angriest cop, but newcomers should start with the original.
The verdict
If you're a fan of Rani Mukerji's fierce cop character and crave Bollywood action films that tackle serious social issues, this delivers another intense dose of righteous fury worth your time. If you're new to the franchise or prefer tighter pacing over lengthy conventional action sequences, start with the superior original Mardaani instead.
Watch with
- 👤 Solo viewing for full intensity
- 👥 Crime thriller fans
- ⚠️ Not suitable for children
- ⚠️ Sensitive viewers should prepare for trafficking themes
Heads up
- Human trafficking and exploitation themes (frequent)
- Violence against women and children (moderate)
- Intense action sequences with gunfire (frequent)
- Child endangerment situations (moderate)
Credits
- Director
- Abhiraj Minawala
- Cast
- Rani Mukerji, Mallika Prasad, Janki Bodiwala, Jisshu Sengupta, Mikhail Yawalkar, Jaipreet Singh, Sachin Negi
Official synopsis
Officer Shivani Shivaji Roy returns to hunt down those behind the disappearance of young girls, risking everything to bring them back alive.
The Double
Make a night of it
Pair this with The Punisher: One Last Kill (2026)
Both feature relentless vigilantes pursuing justice against criminal networks.
