On Wednesday, August 13, 2025, the much-anticipated muhurat puja of Mirzapur: The Film was held at the Excel Entertainment office in Mumbai. The event marked the ceremonial launch of what promises to be a high-voltage big-screen expansion of the wildly popular web series Mirzapur with key cast members, including Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Rasika Dugal, Shweta Tripathi, Shirya Pilgaonkar, Harshita Gaur, Jitendra Kumar, and actor Ravi Kishan, in attendance.
A star-studded blessing
The muhurat ceremony, a traditional prayer to invoke divine blessings for a smooth shoot, was graced by the core ensemble. Of particular note was the presence of Pankaj Tripathi, whose portrayal of Kaleen Bhaiya in the original Amazon Prime Video series catapulted him to iconic status. Also present were his co-stars Ali Fazal and Divyenndu, reprising their television roles as Guddu Pandit and Munna Tripathi, respectively, alongside Rasika Dugal, the talented actress known for her emotionally complex turns in Mirzapur’s female ensemble. The event radiated camaraderie and the collective excitement of reuniting the franchise’s resonant cast.
From streaming screens to the silver screen
The transition from the small screen to a theatrical feature marks an ambitious new chapter for the Mirzapur universe. The film is slated to bring the intense power struggles and visceral storytelling of the web series to cinemas, delivering a cinematic festival for the series’ fan base. Announced to release in 2026, the film will revisit characters like Kaleen Bhaiya, Guddu, and Munna, igniting speculation about long-awaited character arcs and plot resolutions following the Mirzapur Season 3 finale.
What fans can expect
Fans of Mirzapur have long lauded its gripping narrative, gritty realism, and unforgettable characters. Pankaj Tripathi’s measured, powerful portrayal of Kaleen Bhaiya earned particular praise, with critics often highlighting his magnetic screen presence and seamless embodiment of moral ambiguity. With the film format promising a broader canvas, expectations are high for enhanced action sequences, intensified drama, and deeper storytelling, possibly pushing the narrative into new, uncharted territory while retaining the original’s raw spirit.
Production and release roadmap
While principal photography for the film has now officially commenced with the muhurat puja, further details, including shooting locations, directorial team, and technical crew, are yet to be fully announced. Excel Entertainment, the production house behind the original series, is leading the project, with an eye toward delivering a theatrical experience followed by eventual streaming release for Prime Video members, reportedly about eight weeks post theatrical window.
Industry pulse and anticipation
The announcement of Mirzapur: The Film has already generated buzz across entertainment circles. It signals a growing trend of popular streaming content being expanded into films, reflecting both the strength of OTT franchises and the enduring allure of the theatrical format. For fans in India and abroad, the muhurat puja was not just a ritual, it represented the first glimpse of a beloved television saga stepping onto the grand stage of cinema.
By – Sonali