Mardaani 3, the third instalment in Rani Mukerji‘s cop franchise, is set to premiere on Netflix on March 27, 2026 — exactly 56 days after its theatrical release on January 30, 2026. Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, the film marks a significant milestone for the series by introducing its first-ever female antagonist in Mallika Prasad as the chilling Amma, the kingpin of a beggar mafia network responsible for the disappearance of 93 young girls.
When Is Mardaani 3 Releasing on Netflix?
Mardaani 3 will begin streaming on Netflix from March 27, 2026, with the premiere going live at midnight IST for subscribers. Netflix acquired the post-theatrical digital rights for the film, continuing the franchise’s association with the platform. The 56-day theatrical exclusivity window is in line with Yash Raj Films’ standard OTT release strategy for its bigger productions.
The film had a wide theatrical release on January 30, 2026, and has since completed a full box office run. The Netflix premiere is expected to bring in a fresh wave of viewers drawn to Rani Mukerji’s performance and the franchise’s established track record of hard-hitting social thrillers.
| Movie | OTT Platform | OTT Release Date | Language |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mardaani 3 | Netflix | March 27, 2026 | Hindi |
What Is Mardaani 3 About?
Mardaani 3 brings back senior inspector Shivani Shivaji Roy facing her most disturbing case yet — the disappearance of 93 young girls in just three months. The investigation pulls Shivani deep into the underbelly of a vast beggar mafia network operating across the country, uncovering how this sprawling criminal operation is connected to a series of brutal crimes targeting children and minors.
At the centre of the entire network is Amma (Mallika Prasad), the franchise’s most menacing villain to date. Unlike conventional antagonists, Amma is written as a product of the very system she exploits — her cruelty rooted in survival rather than cartoonish evil — which makes her considerably more unsettling. Critics noted that she is “terrifying, ruthless, and unhinged,” calling her one of the most dangerous screen villains in recent Hindi cinema. The film takes its time building the investigation before confronting Shivani and Amma in a collision that reviewers described as emotionally razor-sharp.
Who Stars in Mardaani 3?
Rani Mukerji reprises her role as Shivani Shivaji Roy for the third time, delivering what Bollywood Hungama called “a ferocious and emotionally razor-sharp performance” — cementing her place as the definitive female cop portrayal in Hindi cinema. Mallika Prasad makes her mark as Amma, the franchise’s first female villain, in a debut turn that has drawn widespread attention for its intensity. Janki Bodiwala plays a pivotal supporting role in the investigation.
- Rani Mukerji as Shivani Shivaji Roy
- Mallika Prasad as Amma, the antagonist
- Janki Bodiwala — pivotal supporting role
Who Directed Mardaani 3?
Mardaani 3 is directed by Abhiraj Minawala, taking the franchise baton from Gopi Puthran, who directed Mardaani 2 (2019). Minawala brings a tighter focus to the film’s social subject matter — the beggar mafia and its exploitation of children — while maintaining the gritty, investigative tone the series is known for. The film is produced by Yash Raj Films under the banner’s consistent partnership with Rani Mukerji on the Mardaani IP.
Where Can You Watch Mardaani 3 Online?
Mardaani 3 will be available to stream exclusively on Netflix from March 27, 2026. The film will be accessible in Hindi with subtitle options across multiple languages. Netflix is available on Android, iOS, web browsers, and smart TVs. With an IMDb rating of 7.5 and Rani Mukerji’s performance receiving near-unanimous praise, the Netflix release is expected to make Mardaani 3 one of the stronger crime thriller picks on the platform this month.