Mirzapur: The Film – A Journey into the Depths of Betrayal and Revenge

For lovers of the hit series “Mirzapur,” all waiting is finally over. Producer Farhan Akhtar has officially announced “Mirzapur: The Film,” confirming long-standing rumors about the beloved show’s transition to the big screen. This news has created immense excitement among fans who have followed the gripping drama since its debut in 2018.

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Farhan Akhtar’s Big Reveal: The Return of Iconic Characters and Potential New Faces

The co-producer of the series, Farhan Akhtar, made a video announcement on Instagram featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, and Divyenndu. This hinted at the return of Divyenndu. The announcement teased the drama and action in the film and hinted at what was going to come out in the theaters. The entire cast is kept under wraps; however, the original actors will be returning to their respective roles. Rumors have also floated that Hrithik Roshan will also be added to the roster as Kaleen Bhaiya, though nothing’s confirmed yet.

Mirzapur's Success Story: From 2018 Debut to a Resounding Third Season

This news comes when the Amazon Prime Video show has just completed three successful seasons. “Mirzapur” was launched in 2018 and became an overnight cult favorite. The second season, which dropped during the pandemic, took the gripping narrative forward. The third season, released this year, had cemented the show’s position in the hearts of its audience.

The World of 'Mirzapur' Expands: A Journey from OTT to Cinemas

Producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar of Excel Entertainment have sounded hope about taking “Mirzapur” to the cinemas. In a statement they issued, they said: “It’s an important milestone for us because we are bringing a Mirzapur experience which again is something our audience desires but this time onto the silver screen, into the cinematic experience it always deserved”. Concluding, they claimed with this cinematic experience that “one could really delve in and around Mirzapur as one hasn’t seen it on cinema screens.”.

Mirzapur: The Film Release Date

The release date has not been confirmed yet, but the teaser told the viewers that the movie is releasing in 2026. The fans require more time to speculate and wait for their favorite characters to come back on screen with the storyline that has held them captive for years.

From Businessman to Crime Lord: The Story of Kaleen Tripathi

Created by Puneet Krishna, and Gurmmeet Singh is directing it, this Indian action-crime thriller series, “Mirzapur,” focuses the story of Akhandanand “Kaleen” Tripathi, who is one of the prominent crime lords and businessmen whose power will not be easy to undermine in the entire Mirzapur district within Uttar Pradesh, India. Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar from the house of Excel Entertainment, the show has become one of the highest streaming series within India.

The series boasts fantastic characters, from the heartless Kaleen Bhaiya (Pankaj Tripathi) to the fierce Guddu Bhaiya (Ali Fazal) and, of course, Munna Bhaiya (Divyenndu), that have left a permanent memory in the minds of people. Their return in this film is eagerly awaited.

Teaser Video: Get Ready for Mirzapur’s Sweet Comeback this Diwali!

The announcement video of the film was shared by Prime Video India, featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Abhishek Banerjee, and Divyenndu. In the video, Divyenndu, playing Munna Tripathi, hints at his return by saying, “I am a Hindi film hero. A Hindi film is best enjoyed in a theatre. Need I remind you, I’m immortal.” The video was shared with the caption: “Diwali pe sabko mithai milti hai, lekin yeh lo, Mirzapur ki asli barfi (Everyone gets sweets on Diwali but here is the real dessert of Mirzapur).”

Details of the Film

“Mirzapur: The Web Series” will release in 2026 and will see a return by Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, and Divyenndu, all of whom will reprise their roles, joined by Abhishek Banerjee, who portrayed the role of the compounder. The film will roll out across theaters in the country after which it will go live on Prime Video to stream for Prime members in India, as well as over 240 countries and territories, eight weeks following its release.

Get Ready for the Showdown

Producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar of Excel Entertainment, said, “We feel adapting such a treasured series on the big screen will simply make for an even more riveting watch, leaving audiences to experience the Mirzapur world like they never have before.” Farhan Akhtar seems pretty excited to work with Amazon Prime Video once again and looks forward to delivering a cinematic showstopper to the fans’ expectations.

“Mirzapur: The Film” is all set to become a spectacular film experience with the on-screen presence of those characters who had captured millions of hearts. The return of the popular characters and further continuation of the gripping story will keep the fans entertained. With the release date nearing, the excitement is only going to increase and this one will be among the most awaited films of 2026.