Updated On: 12 January, 2026 10:50 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
As Rani Mukerji completes 30 years in cinema, the actress reflects on her journey of chance, courage, and storytelling ahead of Mardaani 3. She credits powerful roles, motherhood, and meaningful cinema for shaping her as an actor and human being

Rani Mukerji
Rani Mukerji is a trailblazing icon of Indian cinema who, over a 30-year career, has consistently portrayed strong, resilient women and challenged stereotypes through her work. Hailed as the face of the modern Indian woman, her path-breaking roles have used cinema as a powerful voice for dignity, equality, and respect.
As she celebrates 30 years in the industry with the release of Mardaani 3, Rani Mukerji pens a heartfelt note ahead of the release of the threequel of her blockbuster franchise. Mardaani is India’s only female-led franchise, is the only female-led cop franchise of India and also the only successful female-led theatrical movie franchise in the history of Indian cinema.