Celebrated Bollywood actress Rani Mukerji has reached a significant milestone, completing three glorious decades in the Hindi film industry. To mark this occasion, she shared a deeply personal and reflective open letter, offering fans a glimpse into her remarkable journey filled with serendipity, nervous energy, and an enduring love for her craft.
An Unplanned Journey Fueled by Love
In her note, shared via the Yash Raj Films social media handle, Rani expressed a sense of disbelief at the passage of time. "Thirty years… When I say that out loud, it feels unreal," she wrote, attributing the swift passage of time to doing work she genuinely loves. She revealed that her entry into films was not the result of a meticulously charted dream. "It wasn't a dream I chased—it was something that found me," she stated, describing herself as a young girl drawn into cinema almost by chance, initially hesitant but ultimately captivated.
The actress confessed that a part of her still retains the vulnerability of her early days. "Somewhere inside me, I am still that nervous girl standing in front of the camera for the first time," she admitted. Rani emphasized that she entered the world of movies not with a master plan, but armed with curiosity, fear, and a profound affection for storytelling and exploring the human psyche through diverse characters.
Early Lessons and Shaping a Career
Rani Mukerji made her acting debut with the 1996 film 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baaraat'. Reflecting on that experience, she shared that she had little understanding of what a cinematic career entailed back then. She only knew that acting made her feel truly alive. However, that project imparted a crucial, lasting lesson.
"That film taught me my first big lesson: cinema is not about glamour first—it is about responsibility," she asserted. Portraying a woman fighting for her dignity at such an early stage profoundly shaped the artist she evolved into, instilling a sense of purpose beyond the glitz.
Marking the Milestone with 'Mardaani 3'
As she celebrates this 30-year landmark, Rani Mukerji's passion for cinema remains undimmed, now deeper, calmer, and filled with gratitude. She finds it particularly special to commemorate this anniversary with her upcoming film, 'Mardaani 3', which is scheduled for release on February 27, 2026.
She described the franchise as incredibly special, as it allows her to salute the indomitable spirit of contemporary women and the resilience of the Indian police force, especially the women officers who serve the nation.
Concluding her heartfelt message, Rani expressed immense gratitude to her fans and audiences. "To my fans and audiences who have always rooted for me, stood beside me, and cheered for this girl who has become a woman, I bow down with respect and love," she wrote. "I would not have been here without you. I would have been no one without you." Her letter stands as a touching tribute to an unplanned yet spectacular journey and the people who made it possible.
