The Mardaani films have always carried a certain weight — gritty themes, a fearless female lead, and strong social messaging. Over the years, Rani Mukerji carefully built the franchise into a respected brand. But with Mardaani 3, the journey at the box office has been far more restrained than expected.
After opening to mixed word-of-mouth from audiences and critics, the film is now struggling to pick up momentum.
Day 4 Numbers Stay in Single Digits
On Day 4 (first Monday), Mardaani 3 earned ₹2.15 crore, as per Sacnilk estimates. With this, the film’s total domestic collection stands at ₹19.65 crore — a figure that highlights the challenge it faces in sustaining footfalls during weekdays.
The film has largely remained in single-digit territory since release, indicating that the core audience is limited, despite the franchise recall.
Worldwide Collection & Occupancy
On the global front, Mardaani 3 has managed to collect around ₹29.3 crore worldwide so far.
Occupancy figures also tell a similar story. On Monday, February 2, 2026, the film recorded an overall 11.27% Hindi occupancy, suggesting low turnout across most shows.
Day-Wise Box Office Breakdown
- Day 1 (Friday): ₹4 crore
- Day 2 (Saturday): ₹6.25 crore
- Day 3 (Sunday): ₹7.25 crore
- Day 4 (Monday): ₹2.15 crore
Total (India): ₹19.65 crore
Budget, Cast & Behind-the-Scenes Details
Mardaani 3 reportedly carries a budget of around ₹60 crore, though the makers are yet to officially confirm the figure. Industry reports suggest Rani Mukerji charged approximately ₹7 crore to reprise her role as Shivani Shivaji Roy.
The film’s antagonist, Amma, played by Mallika Prasad, was reportedly paid ₹50 lakh. The cast also includes Janki Bodiwala and Mikhail Yawalkar in key supporting roles.
Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, known for Loveyatri, the film hit theatres on January 30, 2026.
Final Words
Mardaani 3 continues to stay relevant thematically, tackling the serious issue of girl child trafficking — but at the box office, intent hasn’t translated into impact. With weekday numbers dipping and occupancy remaining low, the film will need a strong turnaround to improve its theatrical fate. For now, the third chapter of Shivani Shivaji Roy’s story is facing its toughest test yet.
