Janki Bodiwala is currently basking in the glow of her recent film, "Mardaani 3," where she had the opportunity to share screen space with her idol, Rani Mukerji. The film, the third installment in the "Mardaani" franchise, hit theaters on January 30, 2026, and has garnered mixed to positive reviews from critics.

Bodiwala described working on “Mardaani 3” as a dream come true, especially because it allowed her to collaborate with Rani Mukerji. In the film, Bodiwala plays Constable Fatima Anwar, working alongside Mukerji's character, SSP Shivani Shivaji Roy.

"Mardaani 3" sees Rani Mukerji reprising her role as ACP Shivani Shivaji Roy, a tough cop known for tackling challenging cases. This time, Shivani is in a race against time to save 93 young girls who have gone missing, highlighting the heinous crimes against women in the country. The film delves into a sinister plot involving child trafficking and a beggar mafia, with Shivani facing off against Amma, a ruthless antagonist played by Mallika Prasad.

The film begins with the abduction of two girls in Bulandshahr, one from a privileged background and another from a marginalized community. This sets Shivani on a path to uncover a vast network of child exploitation, forcing her to navigate official pressures, criminal syndicates, and moral dilemmas.

Directed by Abhiraj Minawala and produced by Aditya Chopra under Yash Raj Films, "Mardaani 3" also stars Mallika Prasad. The film's story is by Aayush Gupta, Deepak Kingrani, and Baljeet Singh Marwah, with the screenplay and dialogues written by Aayush Gupta. The music is composed by Sarthak Kalyani, with the background score by John Stewart Eduri.

Janki Bodiwala's journey to "Mardaani 3" was a stroke of luck. While in Mumbai for another project, she received a call for an audition from Shanoo Sharma, which ultimately led to her landing a pivotal role in the film.

"Mardaani 3" has a runtime of 129 minutes and is certified U/A. The film's release highlights the ongoing issues of child trafficking and exploitation, continuing the franchise's focus on relevant social issues.