"we are ecstatic to expand this franchise into theatres"
The crime thriller series Mirzapur will hit theatres as a film adaptation is in the works.
Mirzapur explores power dynamics and the criminal underworld in northern India’s heartland.
Series creator Puneet Krishna will be at the helm while Gurmmeet Singh, who directed 17 episodes of the series, will direct the film.
A teaser was released, announcing the news.
The adaptation represents one of the first instances of an Indian streaming series transitioning to a theatrical release.
Mirzapur The Film will feature the return of the show’s lead cast, including Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, and Divyenndu as Munna Tripathi.
Abhishek Banerjee is also confirmed to reprise his role as the Compounder.
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2026.
Following its theatrical run, Mirzapur The Film will stream on Amazon Prime Video across 240 territories.
The move comes in the wake of Mirzapur season 3’s record-breaking performance on the streaming platform. Season 4, which is in development, will happen after the film’s release.
Manish Menghani, director of content licensing at Prime Video India, said:
“With its nuanced characters, unforgettable dialogues, and riveting storyline, Mirzapur has established itself as one of the most-loved franchises among audiences of today’s era.
“We take pride in crafting tailored content that reflects the diverse tastes of our viewers and are committed to backing local stories that resonate deeply and engage on a personal level, allowing them to connect with narratives that are both authentic and immersive.
“As Mirzapur continues to garner widespread acclaim, we are ecstatic to expand this franchise into theatres, offering fans a thrilling cinematic experience.
“In collaboration with our long-standing partner that shares our creative vision, Excel Entertainment, this ambitious announcement marks a new exciting chapter in the world of Mirzapur as we embark on this new journey.”
Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar have said it is an opportunity to expand the popular series.
In a joint statement, they said: “It is a landmark milestone for us to bring the quintessential Mirzapur experience to our audiences, yet again, but this time on the big screen.
“Over the course of three successful seasons, this acclaimed franchise has struck all the right chords with fans through its powerful storytelling and memorable characters – from the likes of Kaleen Bhaiya, Guddu Bhaiya, and Munna Bhaiya, to name a few.
“We believe that adapting such a treasured series into a film will undoubtedly make for an even more engrossing watch, allowing audiences to immerse themselves in the world of Mirzapur like never before.
“We are stoked to collaborate with Prime Video, once again, and look forward to delivering a grand cinematic experience, which will truly live up to the expectations of our dedicated fanbase.”
Watch Mirzapur The Film Teaser
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