When did Rani Mukerji step behind the camera?

Rani Mukerji spoke about directing after acting. Find out when her debut will be.

Three Decades of Shine

Rani Mukerji debuted on the screen when she was just 16-17 years old, under the direction of Ram Mukherjee.

The ongoing story has spanned over three decades. Her enthusiasm remains intact with each new role.

Whether a flop or a hit, Rani has won the hearts of audiences with her acting.

Thoughts on Directing?

When asked about pursuing direction in an interview with ANI, Rani smiled and replied, “In this profession, there’s a habit of saying ‘never say never.’

I’ll know when I’m ready. Right now, I’m enjoying both acting and directing.”

Currently, there are no concrete plans to step behind the camera.

Learning Attitude

Rani considers herself a student of cinema. There’s something to learn from every film, every director, and every DOP (Director of Photography).

Whether on set or on vacation, she carefully observes how people walk and speak, and then incorporates those observations into her characters.

New Characters Through Observation

Sometimes a stranger’s smile adds innocence to a character, while the emotion hidden in someone’s speech deepens the plot.

These small desires constantly refresh Rani’s creativity. She absorbs every experience like a sponge.

Film DNA in the Family

Rani’s passion for storytelling comes from her family.

The influence of her late father, Ram Mukherjee’s direction, and the legacy of her husband, Aditya Chopra, and father-in-law, Yash Chopra, connected her to this world.

But Rani believes she will only take on the directorial role when she is fully prepared.

Waiting for Mardaani 3

Meanwhile, Rani is busy preparing for her upcoming film, ‘Mardaani 3’.

She will return as police officer Shivani Shivaji Roy in this action-thriller, releasing on February 27, 2026.

Directed by Abhiraj Minawala, this film is eagerly awaited.

Not the time yet, but…

Rani Mukerji wants to devote herself to acting. She knows that learning never stops.

She will step behind the scenes when she feels the time is right for direction.

For now, her acting is her biggest gift to her fans.