New Delhi, Jan. 12 -- As she completes three decades in Hindi cinema, Rani Mukerji is choosing introspection over celebration. The actor, one of the most enduring stars of her generation, marked the milestone with a deeply personal note reflecting on her journey, her films and the values that have guided her career choices over the years.

Sharing her thoughts through Yash Raj Films, Rani said her entry into films was never driven by ambition or long-term planning. Acting, she noted, found her unexpectedly. What began as uncertainty slowly transformed into a lifelong commitment to storytelling and emotional honesty.

Her debut film, Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat, proved to be a defining early lesson. Playing a woman fighting for dignity and justi...