Yash Raj Films marked the beginning of Navratri 2025 with an electrifying announcement that has thrilled fans across the nation. The production house revealed that filming has commenced for the highly anticipated Mardaani 3, starring Rani Mukerji as the indomitable police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy. The film is scheduled to hit theaters on February 27, 2026.
The timing of this announcement carries deep symbolic meaning, as Navratri celebrates the eternal victory of righteousness over darkness – a theme that runs through the heart of the Mardaani franchise. This connection between the festival and the film’s core message has struck a powerful chord with audiences eagerly awaiting the next chapter.
YRF accompanied their announcement with a compelling new poster that perfectly encapsulates the franchise’s raw intensity. The image features a close-up of Shivani’s determined grip on her service weapon, set against the atmospheric blur of a Delhi Police checkpoint. The visual maintains the series’ signature gritty aesthetic while building anticipation for the mysterious case that awaits.
The studio’s social media announcement read: “On the auspicious Day 1 of Navratri, here’s to celebrating the victory of good over evil. Rani Mukerji returns as top cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3 to investigate the most challenging case of her career.”
Under the direction of Abhiraj Minawala and the production guidance of Aditya Chopra, Mardaani 3 promises to push boundaries even further than its predecessors. The franchise announcement in December 2024 had already generated significant buzz, and now with production underway, excitement continues to build.
The previous installments – Mardaani in 2014 and Mardaani 2 in 2019 – established the series as a benchmark for socially conscious cinema. Both films received critical acclaim for their unflinching examination of social issues and Mukerji’s powerhouse performance as the fearless officer who never backs down from a fight.
Industry insiders suggest that the third installment will present Shivani Roy with her most formidable challenge yet, promising a narrative that will test both her professional skills and personal resolve. The franchise has consistently tackled relevant social issues through the lens of crime thriller storytelling, and fans expect nothing less from this upcoming chapter.
With its February 2026 release date now confirmed, Mardaani 3 stands as one of the most anticipated films in Yash Raj Films’ upcoming slate, carrying forward the franchise’s legacy of courage, justice, and the unwavering belief that good will always triumph over evil.
