As Mardaani 3 crossed Rs 50 crore in India, Rani Mukerji reacted to the film's success and affirmed that female-led cinema is not a risk, but an opportunity. Rani Mukerji is 'grateful' as her Mardaani 3 has crossed the Rs 50 crore mark in India, and Rs 75 crore at the global box office. Rani Mukerji on Mardaani 3's success amid 'alpha male characters' dominationAt a time when alpha-male characters are ruling the box office, Rani feels the success of Mardaani 3 is making a powerful statement with audience love. At a time when the box office conversation is slightly centred around ‘alpha male’ characters, this success proves something very powerful - that female-led films also have an audience. Explaining further, she added, "For me, Mardaani franchise’s success marks expanding what heroism looks like in Indian cinema.

Source: dna February 27, 2026 13:33 UTC