Pinkvilla calls Mardaani 3 a fierce, disturbing and impactful crime thriller led by Rani Mukerji’s unshakeable performance as Shivani Shivaji Roy. The review praises the tight screenplay, believable action, layered direction, and chilling villains — especially Mallika Prasad as Amma and Prajesh Kashyap as Ramanujan.

DNA India calls Mardaani 3 an uncomfortable but hard-hitting crime drama that reinforces Rani Mukerji’s Shivani Shivaji Roy as one of Bollywood’s strongest cop characters. The review praises Rani’s controlled intensity and the film’s dark, disturbing treatment of its subject, saying it keeps viewers engaged in the grim world of crime.

Filmibeat says Mardaani 3 works largely because of Rani Mukerji’s fierce, power-packed return as Shivani Shivaji Roy. The review appreciates the film’s focus on the beggar mafia, human trafficking and child exploitation, calling the subject socially relevant and hard-hitting. However, it says the script could have been stronger and the film loses substance in parts.

News18 calls Mardaani 3 a hard-hitting drama where Rani Mukerji’s Shivani Shivaji Roy becomes the voice of unheard victims. The review praises Rani’s powerful performance, the film’s emotional urgency, strong supporting cast and technical execution. It also notes that the film does stumble in parts and the script could have been sharper, but says Rani holds the story together with conviction.

Koimoi calls Mardaani 3 a relentless, hard-hitting action thriller with zero dull moments. The review strongly praises Rani Mukerji’s commanding performance, the gripping pace, emotional intensity, sharp direction and powerful background score. It also highlights Mallika Prasad as a chilling antagonist and Prajesh Kashyap as a standout in a complex role.

Hindustan Times says Mardaani 3 keeps you engaged mainly because of Rani Mukerji’s commanding return as Shivani Shivaji Roy. The review praises the crisp runtime, taut first half, brisk pacing and the film’s serious focus on crimes against women and children. But it also says the thriller feels familiar, the twists are not fully convincing, and the antagonist track is weaker than earlier franchise entries.

BollywoodLife calls Mardaani 3 a gripping and hard-hitting return for Rani Mukerji as Shivani Shivaji Roy. The review praises Rani’s fearless screen presence and says the antagonists, especially Mallika Prasad and Prajesh Kashyap, bring a chilling edge to the thriller. Overall, it describes the film as intense, disturbing and engaging, with enough force to satisfy fans of the franchise.

Bollywood Hungama calls Mardaani 3 a powerful, intense and hard hitting thriller that stays true to the franchise’s gritty tone. The review praises Rani Mukerji’s fierce and emotionally sharp performance, the gripping screenplay, strong tension, clapworthy finale and realistic action. It also notes some drawbacks, including loose ends, too many second-half twists, and a few convenient plot turns.