Three decades of dazzling the audience – that’s Rani Mukerji for you. As she commemorates 30 years in Bollywood, the actress gears up for ‘Mardani 3’, slipping back into the boots of her most iconic character, Shivani Shivaji Roy. This powerhouse return is set to reignite the screen with raw power and emotion.
Rani’s tryst with fame began humbly in 1997. ‘Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat’ was no blockbuster, but it opened doors. Karan Johar’s ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ catapulted her to stardom, followed by a flurry of successes: ‘Hello Brother’ with Salman Khan, ‘Hadh Kar Di Aapne’, and the action-packed ‘Badal’.
Turning points came with ‘Saathiya’, a Raina adaptation that showcased her subtlety, and ‘Chalte Chalte’, proving her rom-com chops. ‘Bunty Aur Babli’ with Abhishek Bachchan was a con-artist delight, while ‘Paheli’ offered artistic depth.
The ‘Mardani’ series redefined her. Shivani Roy wasn’t just a cop; she was a symbol of female resilience. Busting syndicates single-handedly, Rani performed her own stunts, earning respect from action maestros. ‘Mardani 3’ escalates the drama, focusing on digital predators and underground networks, with cutting-edge VFX enhancing the thrills.
Balancing stardom and family, Rani’s life with Aditya Chopra and Adira is enviably private. Post-‘Mardaani 2’, she took a hiatus for family, returning with the touching ‘Hichki’. Her choices reflect maturity – quality over quantity.
Awards adorn her shelf: Filmfare Critic for ‘Saathiya’, Black, and more. Critics hail her as ‘Bollywood’s thinking actress’. Fan clubs worldwide plan tributes, from Mumbai premieres to virtual watch-parties.
As ‘Mardani 3′ cameras roll, Rani embodies perseverance. ’30 years feel like yesterday,’ she muses. This film isn’t mere entertainment; it’s a roar against injustice, promising to etch another chapter in her illustrious career.