'Mardaani 3' becomes an instant hit on Netflix, tops charts
What's the story
Rani Mukerji's Mardaani 3 has taken the top spot on Netflix India, with all three films in the franchise trending in the Top 10. The original Mardaani (2014) is at No. 5, and Mardaani 2 (2019) is at No. 7. This feat makes it India's only successful female-led movie franchise, giving Mukerji a well-deserved moment in the spotlight.
Box office success
'Mardaani 3' celebrates 50-day box office milestone
Mardaani 3 has also broken records at the box office, earning over ₹51.8cr net in India, as per Sacnilk. The film marked an impressive 50-day theatrical run, a notable achievement in today's fast-paced release landscape. It also opened strongly, earning ₹4 crore on day one, setting a new benchmark for female-led films and underscoring Mukerji's enduring star power.
OTT success
Record-breaking debut on Netflix
Mardaani 3 has conquered the digital space, becoming the most-watched non-English film on Netflix within its first two days. As per Tudum, it got 4.4 million views and 9.5 million viewing hours, ranking No.1 in six countries. The film is now among the top 10 debut week viewership for a Bollywood film on Netflix between 2024 and 2026. The movie was helmed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra.