Varanasi witnessed a frenzy on Wednesday as Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal resumed shooting for Mirzapur: The Film, the next chapter in India’s biggest crime thriller franchise. Crowds gathered in large numbers outside Ramnagar Fort, where key scenes featuring Kaleen Bhaiya and Guddu Pandit were being filmed, turning the historic location into a real-life celebration for fans.
Excitement Peaks as Mirzapur Returns
The on-set visuals, which quickly went viral on social media, show Pankaj Tripathi in his signature Kaleen Bhaiya avatar, sitting inside a police jeep, while Ali Fazal, who plays Guddu Pandit, was seen filming intense sequences nearby. The shoot, directed by Gurmmeet Singh and created by Puneet Krishna, drew hundreds of onlookers eager to catch a glimpse of their favourite stars in action.
Fans could be seen recording videos and cheering as the actors moved through the streets of Varanasi. The energy on set mirrored the show’s cult following, proving that the Mirzapur universe continues to command unmatched fan loyalty.
Mirzapur: The Film to Release in 2026
Produced by Excel Entertainment and presented by Amazon MGM Studios, Mirzapur: The Film is slated for a 2026 theatrical release. The movie will bring back the franchise’s iconic characters — Kaleen Bhaiya, Guddu Pandit, and Munna Tripathi — alongside new cast members, including Abhishek Banerjee.
Following its theatrical run, the film will be available for streaming to Prime Video subscribers across India and in over 240 countries and territories, eight weeks after its release.
The Legacy of a Cult Classic
Since its debut in 2018, Mirzapur has become one of India’s most influential OTT franchises, blending raw storytelling, complex characters, and gripping violence with local authenticity. With three successful seasons already out, the announcement of Mirzapur: The Film marks the fourth major chapter in the saga.
Actors Shweta Tripathi, Rasika Dugal, and Harshita Kaur are expected to reprise their roles, bringing continuity and emotional depth to the storyline.
A Cinematic Event in the Making
From the bustling ghats of Varanasi to the iconic Ramnagar Fort, the new film promises to take the Mirzapur universe beyond its small-town backdrop, giving fans a larger-than-life experience. With leaked footage already igniting social media trends, anticipation for the 2026 release is at an all-time high.
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