Hit 3 The Third Case

Storyline

Opening: The film begins with SP Arjun Sarkaar imprisoned—he recounts the violent journey through flashbacks to Samuel Joseph, who protected him in jail. Undercover Operation: Arjun infiltrates a dark-web cult named CTK (“Capture, Torture, Kill”) by committing and uploading two murders online to gain their trust. Cult's Modus Operandi: CTK is involved in ritual killings, organ trafficking, and harvesting hormones to produce drugs for the elite. Romantic Subplot: Arjun's relationship with Mrudula, whom he meets via a matrimonial site, adds an emotional layer to his character and motivations. Climactic Twist: In a shocking reveal, Samuel Joseph, the trusted all, is exposed as the cult's elusive leader. Arjun confronts and kills him. Final Tribute & Future Tease: The film ends with an homage to ACP Dhanya Mohan, who sacrificed herself during the mission. The closing credits hint at HIT: The Fourth Case, shifting the focus to Chennai

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Charge taken by Sarkaar

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

PG-13

Trivia

• OTT Streaming: The film began streaming on Netflix from May 29, 2025, in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Telugu.
• Box Office Success: Within 19 days, it earned over ₹79 crore domestically and crossed ₹120 crore globally, becoming the highest-grossing film of Nani.
• Production Tribute: The film was first teased in the credits of HIT The Second Case, building anticipation for this installment.
• Goofs
• This loss cast a shadow on the production. A tragic incident occurred during the filming in Kashmir when a crew member, assistant to the cinematographer, passed away due to cardiac arrest.

Goofs

• This loss cast a shadow on the production. A tragic incident occurred during the filming in Kashmir when a crew member, assistant to the cinematographer, passed away due to cardiac arrest.

Quotes

• From the movie:
• There are only two ways a criminal should be allowed to live on this Earth: either in a 10‑foot cell or a 6‑foot grave.
• Another trailer highlight:
• “People have believed this lie for too long.”

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• A mid-credits scene apologizes for the next chapter, hinting at a new investigator in Chennai for HIT: The Fourth Case.

Connections

• While each HIT film stands alone, they exist in a shared universe. The Third Case continues the legacy with SP Arjun Sarkaar replacing the previous leads.
• The storyline reveals unexpected twists. Most notably, Samuel Joseph, initially appearing as an ally, is the true mastermind behind the operations.

Soundtracks

• Composed by Mickey J. Meyer, the soundtrack includes four singles:
• "Prema Velluva" - released March 24, 2025
• "Abki Baar Arjun Sarkaar" - released April 9, 2025
• "Thanu" - released April 25, 2025
• "Poratame" - released May 6, 2025