Mardaani 3 trailer review: Rani Mukerji is back as Shivani Shivaji Rao, see film's release date – Firstpost

The official trailer for ‘Mardaani 3’ has dropped and it sets a grim, gripping tone for what looks like the most intense chapter yet in the beloved crime-thriller franchise. Starring Rani Mukerji as the relentless cop Shivani Shivaji Roy, the trailer places her at the centre of a high-stakes race against time to locate dozens of missing girls, a narrative that immediately underlines the film’s darker, more urgent stakes.

From its opening moments, the trailer foregoes levity in favour of stark visuals and a soundtrack that underscores the emotional weight of the case. The central mystery, that of  almost 100 girls reported missing in 3 months, is revealed to be part of a chilling, well-organised criminal enterprise, forcing Shivani and her mannschaft into a relentless pursuit that tests both her resolve and resourcefulness.

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One of the trailer’s most notable elements is the introduction of a formidable modern antagonist, “Amma,” portrayed by Mallika Prasad. Positioned as the mastermind behind an expansive crime network, her presence adds a distinct threat that contrasts with past villains in the franchise and elevates the tension on display.

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Visually, the trailer is sleek and unforgiving, opting for a tightly wound narrative tease that emphasises urgency, moral weight and the emotional toll inherent in the story’s premise. The choice to reveal just enough plot while preserving the mystery around the girls’ fate and the antagonist’s machinations keeps curiosity peaked without spilling too much. It also piques interest as it shows that the danger is lurking way too close to her.

Overall, the ‘ Mardaani 3’ trailer suggests a gritty, issue-driven thriller that remains true to the franchise’s core, a fiery, committed protagonist battling entrenched evil, while pushing the narrative into darker corners. With high expectations from fans and a legacy to match, the trailer accomplishes what it set out to do- leave audiences both unsettled and eager for the film’s theatrical release on January 30, 2026.

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Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra, the film also stars Janaki Bodiwala.

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