Rani Mukerji's 'Mardaani 3' Surpasses Rs 30 Crore Milestone in India
Rani Mukerji has made a powerful return to the silver screen with her latest cop action drama, 'Mardaani 3', which is demonstrating a steady and resilient performance at the box office. Despite facing formidable competition, the film has successfully crossed the significant Rs 30 crore mark in India net collections after completing nine days in theatres.
Week-by-Week Box Office Performance
The film concluded its first week with an impressive India net collection of Rs 26.3 crore, establishing a strong foundation. As it entered its second week, 'Mardaani 3' began on an average note, earning an estimated Rs 1.85 crore on Friday. However, it witnessed a notable surge on Saturday, collecting approximately Rs 2.75 crore. With these earnings, the total India net collection has now reached around Rs 30.90 crore, showcasing the film's ability to attract audiences consistently.
Franchise Comparison and Historical Context
This milestone brings 'Mardaani 3' close to matching the lifetime box office collection of the original 'Mardaani', released in 2014, which earned an estimated Rs 35.65 crore net in India. The highest-grossing installment in the franchise remains 'Mardaani 2', which collected Rs 47.35 crore during its theatrical run. Notably, 'Mardaani 2' is also Rani Mukerji's second-highest earning film of all time at the box office, trailing only behind 'Talaash', which earned Rs 93.61 crore.
About 'Mardaani 3' and Its Significance
'Mardaani 3' marks the third chapter in Hindi cinema's most successful solo female-led franchise, a series that has consistently received both critical acclaim and audience appreciation over the past decade. Rani Mukerji once again reprises her iconic role as the fearless police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy, in what is described as a dark, deadly, and brutal chapter in the 'Mardaani' series. The film's ability to hold its ground at the ticket windows, even while clashing with the big-budget war drama 'Border 2', underscores its strong narrative and fan following.
Future Prospects and Upcoming Competition
Looking ahead, 'Mardaani 3' is expected to continue its positive run, though it will face additional competition at the box office. The release of Shahid Kapoor's 'O Romeo' and the Hollywood film 'Wuthering Heights', starring Margot Robbie, over the Valentine's Day weekend, poses new challenges. However, given its current trajectory and audience engagement, the film is poised to maintain its momentum and potentially achieve further milestones in the coming weeks.
