# Mardaani 3 Advance Booking: Rani Mukerji’s Cop Thriller Sells 15,000 Tickets on Day 1

URL: https://technosports.co.in/mardaani-3-advance-booking-rani-mukerjis/  
Published: 2026-01-30  
Updated: 2026-01-30  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

**Rani Mukerji** returns as the fearless cop Shivani Shivaji Roy in **[Mardaani](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt27673536/)3**, and early box office indicators suggest a solid opening ahead. The YRF thriller has secured 15,000 advance bookings across top national chains for its debut day.

## Mardaani 3 Advance Booking Breakdown

| **Parameter** | **Numbers** |
| --- | --- |
| **Total Day 1 Tickets** | 15,000 |
| **PVR Inox Sales** | 11,500 tickets |
| **Cinepolis Sales** | 3,500 tickets |
| **MovieMax Sales** | 500 tickets |
| **Advance Collection** | ₹75 lakh net |
| **Expected Opening** | ₹3-3.50 crore net |

## Strong National Chain Performance

The [Abhiraj Minawala-directed thriller](https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/box-office/mardaani-3-final-advance-booking-rani-mukerjis-film-sells-15000-tickets-in-top-national-chains-for-day-1-1400319) has generated ₹75 lakh through pre-sales alone, with PVR Inox contributing the bulk of ticket sales. This concentrated performance in multiplexes aligns perfectly with the film’s controlled release strategy and target demographic.

Box office analysts note that Mardaani 3 doesn’t need widespread mass appeal—the focused multiplex release works in its favor given the franchise’s established audience base.

![](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image-1731-1024x576.png)

Latest updates: [Bollywood Box Office News](https://technosports.co.in/bollywood-box-office)

## What Makes This Opening Special?

Unlike typical wide releases, Mardaani 3 benefits from a lean budget and strong non-theatrical deals already secured. The film’s modest opening target of ₹3-3.50 crore net matches [Pinkvilla’s forecast](https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/box-office/pinkvilla-predicts-first-day-box-office-forecast-for-assi-and-do-deewane-seher-mein-final-update-for-mardaani-3-1400285), indicating realistic expectations from YRF.

The previous two Mardaani films were declared HITS, and the threequel aims to continue that legacy. If positive word-of-mouth kicks in post-release, the film could see significant growth over the weekend.

## Franchise Legacy and Expectations

Rani Mukerji’s portrayal of the tough, uncompromising police officer has won hearts since the first installment. The franchise has built a loyal fanbase that appreciates its hard-hitting narratives about crime and justice.

The film also stars Janki Bodiwala, Mallika Prasad, Jisshu Sengupta, Mikhail Yawalkar, and Indraneel Bhattacharya in pivotal roles.

More coverage: [Rani Mukerji Movies](https://technosports.co.in/rani-mukerji-filmography)

## FAQs

### **Q: What is the expected Day 1 collection for Mardaani 3?**

A: Based on advance bookings, the film is projected to earn ₹3-3.50 crore net on opening day.

### **Q: Were the previous Mardaani films successful?**

A: Yes, both Mardaani (2014) and Mardaani 2 (2019) were declared HITS at the box office.