Rani Mukerji has begun 2026 on a deeply spiritual note as she celebrates three remarkable decades in Hindi cinema. Ahead of her much-awaited film Mardaani 3, the actress visited Pune’s famous Dagdusheth Ganpati temple to seek divine blessings. Dressed simply and gracefully, Rani was seen performing the aarti and offering prayers, marking the milestone year with gratitude and devotion.
Speaking to ANI during her temple visit, Rani revealed that visiting sacred places has become a personal tradition whenever she travels for work. She fondly recalled her connection with the Dagdusheth temple dating back to the shooting days of Aiyyaa. “I always come here for darshan. Whenever I travel, whether my film is releasing or not, I like visiting temples. During Aiyyaa shoot in Pune, I came here many times. Now that my film is releasing, I’ve come again to seek Bappa’s blessings,” she shared.
For Rani, prayer goes beyond professional success. The actress emphasized that her wishes are rooted in universal well-being rather than personal ambition. She said she prays for peace in the world and happiness for all, especially children. “May Dagdusheth Bappa remove suffering from people’s lives and clear obstacles from their paths,” she added. Her visit was also a heartfelt expression of gratitude for the love she has received throughout her career.
#WATCH | Pune, Maharashtra: Actress Rani Mukerji offers prayers at Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Mandir pic.twitter.com/lMqjMtatlO
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Reflecting on completing 30 years in the film industry, Rani expressed deep appreciation for both divine blessings and audience support. She acknowledged that the fate of every film ultimately lies in the hands of viewers. “Whether a film works or not is decided by the audience. I come to Bappa to say thank you. I’ve completed 30 years in this industry, and none of it would have been possible without his blessings and the audience’s love,” she said.
Meanwhile, on the professional front, Rani is preparing for her return as one of Bollywood’s most iconic on-screen cops. She will once again step into the role of Shivani Shivaji Roy in Mardaani 3. Produced by Yash Raj Films, the new installment follows Shivani on a dangerous mission to rescue missing girls across the country, promising high-octane action and emotional depth.
The film is scheduled to hit theatres on January 30, and fans are eagerly awaiting Rani’s powerful comeback to the big screen. As she enters 2026 with prayers, gratitude, and a blockbuster release on the horizon, Rani Mukerji proves that faith and fierce determination remain at the heart of her enduring stardom.
