On the first day of Navratri 2025, Yash Raj Films embraced the festival’s spirit of triumph over evil with an exciting update on one of their most anticipated projects, Mardaani 3. The studio unveiled a striking new poster confirming that Rani Mukerji will return as the fearless cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in the third installment of the hard-hitting franchise, slated for a theatrical release on February 27, 2026.
The poster perfectly captures the gritty tone the series is known for, featuring a close-up of Shivani’s hand gripping a pistol, set against a blurred backdrop of a Delhi Police barricade with uniformed officers. The image powerfully conveys the urgency and intensity fans expect, while maintaining the mystery surrounding the film’s central case.
Sharing the poster on social media, YRF wrote:
“On the auspicious Day 1 of Navratri, here’s to celebrating the victory of good over evil. #RaniMukerji returns as top cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3 to investigate the most challenging case of her career. #Mardaani3 in cinemas 27th February, 2026. @abhiraj88 #AdityaChopra.”Notably, Bollywood Hungama was the first to report the film’s release date as February 27, 2026, now officially confirmed by the studio.
Talking about the film, it is produced by Aditya Chopra and directed by Abhiraj Minawala, Mardaani 3 was officially announced in December 2024, marking an exciting new chapter in the franchise.
The first two films, Mardaani (2014) and Mardaani 2 (2019), received widespread acclaim for their fearless storytelling, with Rani Mukerji’s portrayal of Shivani Roy hailed as one of her career-defining performances.
With Mardaani 3, expectations are high as Shivani tackles what is described as the “most challenging case of her career.” The timing of the announcement on Navratri resonates deeply with fans, symbolizing the franchise’s core themes — an unwavering fight for justice and the courage to confront darkness head-on.
