The action-crime thriller Mirzapur remains one of the most popular web series among youth audiences. Released on Amazon Prime Video, the series gained widespread acclaim for its gripping narrative and intense performances. Now, the much-loved series is all set to make its big-screen debut as Mirzapur: The Film.
Actor Ali Fazal recently spoke about the upcoming movie in an interview. He revealed, “Not just me, but Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu, and Abhishek Banerjee will all reprise their roles in Mirzapur: The Film. Interestingly, characters who died across the three seasons will appear in the movie for significant portions. The film will explore events that happened before the series started, and I’ve even undergone a complete makeover for my role.”
Actress Richa Chadha also shared her excitement about the project, comparing it to the 2012 cult hit Gangs of Wasseypur. She remarked, “No one anticipated the success of Gangs of Wasseypur, and I believe Mirzapur: The Film will achieve similar heights.”
Directed by Gurmeet Singh, the original series premiered on November 16, 2018, and featured a stellar cast, including Pankaj Tripathi, Shweta Tripathi, Divyenndu Sharma, Ali Fazal, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Harshita Gaur. The gripping storyline of power struggles and revenge received rave reviews, leading to a highly successful sequel on October 23, 2020. The third season, released on July 5, 2024, continued the legacy with massive fanfare.
The announcement of Mirzapur: The Film has created immense buzz among fans, eager to see how the pre-series storyline unfolds on the big screen. With its trademark crime-thriller elements, power-packed performances, and intense drama, the film promises to be a cinematic spectacle that lives up to the legacy of its web series predecessor. Fans can’t wait to return to the world of Mirzapur once again.
