Mallika Prasad, who portrays the antagonist Amma in Mardaani 3, has shed light on Yash Raj Films' (YRF) strategy of maintaining secrecy around her character. In a recent interview, Prasad discussed the challenges and privileges of playing a complex, morally ambiguous character and praised YRF's approach to character development.

Prasad revealed that YRF intentionally kept details about Amma under wraps to build anticipation and intrigue surrounding the film. This strategy aligns with the production house's broader approach to marketing its films, where key plot points and character arcs are often concealed to surprise and engage the audience.

Mallika described her character Amma as evil yet possessing a fierce spirit. She acknowledged the challenges of portraying a character that demands exploring uncomfortable truths and confronting one's own shadows. According to her, playing Amma has been one of the most defining experiences of her career as it has pushed her to explore emotional and moral complexities rarely seen on screen. She also expressed gratitude to director Abhiraj Minwala and Aditya Chopra for their trust and the creative freedom she was given in building the character.

Prasad also composed and wrote a chilling lullaby named 'Aari Aari' for the film. She also praised the entire cast and crew for their exceptional talent, discipline, and commitment, noting that their collective efforts elevated the film's narrative. She also mentioned how Rani Mukerji welcomed her on sets.

Reflecting on the Mardaani franchise's legacy of addressing uncomfortable truths and promoting important conversations, Prasad said she felt honored to contribute to this journey. She lauded Rani Mukerji's portrayal of Shivani Shivaji Roy, recognizing her efforts to highlight the struggles of women fighting unimaginable crimes. She believes films like Mardaani serve to highlight serious social issues, but it would be a heavy burden to expect actors to be solely responsible for changing perspectives.

Prasad also addressed the evolving landscape for female villains in the film industry. She expressed her interest in exploring such characters and highlighted the growing acceptance of women in negative roles. While noting the industry's openness to female-centric stories, she also acknowledged the disparity in support between male and female actors.