Punjab Newsline,Film :
Powerful opening boosts box office buzz, increases pressure on the release of ‘Border 2’
Rani Mukerji’s much-awaited film ‘Mardaani 3’ has made a thunderous impact at the box office on its very first day. Setting a new benchmark for female-led films, the movie has delivered an opening that not only surpasses the opening-day collections of Rani Mukerji’s previous films but has also intensified the buzz around upcoming big releases. In particular, the strong start of Mardaani 3 is being seen as a significant challenge for Sunny Deol–starrer ‘Border 2’.
In the film, Rani Mukerji once again reprises her powerful role as fearless police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy. This time, the story is said to be more intense, emotionally gripping, and deeply connected to pressing social issues, which has struck a chord with audiences. Theatres witnessed impressive occupancy on the opening day, not just in metro cities but also across tier-2 and tier-3 towns, indicating widespread appeal.
According to trade experts, ‘Mardaani 3’ has recorded the biggest solo opening of Rani Mukerji’s career so far. The film has also received largely positive reviews from critics, who have praised Rani’s commanding performance, impactful dialogues, and a gripping, suspense-filled narrative. On social media, the film has been generating massive buzz, with #Mardaani3 trending soon after its release.
The film’s strong opening has reshaped box office expectations for the coming days. If the momentum continues through the weekend, Mardaani 3 is expected to break several more records. At the same time, its success has raised the bar for upcoming big-budget releases, including Border 2, which is now facing increased pressure to match audience expectations.
Overall, ‘Mardaani 3’ has once again proved that content-driven, female-led films can create history at the box office when backed by strong performances and engaging storytelling. All eyes are now on the weekend collections, which will further clarify the film’s long-term box office trajectory.