The highly-anticipated cinematic adaptation of the popular crime series, “Mirzapur,” is getting bigger. Mohit Malik, a well-known name in the television world, is officially joining the cast of the film, which is being produced by Excel Entertainment. Mohit Malik will join the likes of Ali Fazal, Divyendu Sharma, and Pankaj Tripathi, sharing screen space with the original cast members of the show. The announcement has sent ripples through the fan community, who are eager to see how the new characters will be integrated into the gritty and violent world of Mirzapur.
A Star-Studded Addition to the Mirzapur Universe
Mohit Malik has an extensive background in television, with acclaimed performances in serials like Banoo Main Teri Dulhann and Kullfi Kumarr Bajewala. His powerful on-screen presence and acting prowess are expected to be a major asset to the film.
Apart from Mohit Malik, the film will also feature Ravi Kishan, who played a key character as an MLA in the first season, and Jitendra Kumar, a fan favourite known for his role as Sachiv in the hit series Panchayat. The addition of these actors, along with the return of the original cast, including Shweta Tripathi Sharma and Rasika Dugal, signals the film’s ambition to create a larger-than-life cinematic experience.
While the details of the new characters and the plot are being kept under wraps, insiders suggest that the film will be a fresh narrative, which will run parallel to the series, offering a new perspective on the world of Mirzapur.
The Shift from OTT to the Big Screen
The Mirzapur film is a groundbreaking move in the Indian entertainment industry. It is one of the first successful Indian web series to get a full-length theatrical adaptation. The producers, Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment, are taking a big risk by bringing a story that has been watched on OTT platforms for years to the big screen. However, given the immense popularity and cult status of the series, the film is expected to be a major box office success.
The shift from OTT to the big screen will not only provide a grander canvas for the story but also attract a new set of audiences who may not have watched the series. The film will have a larger budget, better production value, and a more cinematic approach to storytelling. Director Gurmmeet Singh, who has directed earlier seasons of the series, is expected to bring his unique vision to the film, while series creator Puneet Krishna is writing the film.
The makers have been very strategic in their announcements, building up the excitement with each new detail. The film’s plot, which is expected to be a prequel or a parallel story, will delve deeper into the backstories of some characters and introduce new ones.
The addition of Mohit Malik, Ravi Kishan, and Jitendra Kumar to the already star-studded cast makes “Mirzapur: The Film” one of the most anticipated films of 2026. The film is set to be a game-changer for the Indian entertainment industry, blurring the lines between the big screen and OTT.
