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Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment are taking their Indian streaming hit “Mirzapur” to theaters, marking a significant move in the Indian entertainment landscape.
The film adaptation of the Prime Video crime thriller series, which explores power dynamics and the criminal underworld in the heartland of northern India, is set to debut in 2026, with series creator Puneet Krishna at the helm, and Gurmmeet Singh, who has previously directed 17 episodes of the series, set to direct. This adaptation represents one of the first instances of an Indian streaming series making the transition to a theatrical release.
The theatrical venture will feature the return of the show’s principal 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.
Following the theatrical window, the film will stream on Prime Video across 240 territories after an eight-week exclusivity period. 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.
“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,” said Manish Menghani, director of content licensing at Prime Video India. As ‘Mirzapur’ continues to garner widespread acclaim, we are ecstatic to expand this franchise into theaters, 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, who are producing the film, see it as an opportunity to expand the series’ scope. “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,” the producers said in a joint statement.
Excel Entertainment’s portfolio includes “Gully Boy,” India’s 2019 Oscar submission, and “Dahaad,” which earned recognition at the Berlinale Series. Their latest production, “Superboys of Malegaon,” played at both the Toronto International Film Festival and the BFI London Film Festival this year.