After Sacred Games, director Gurmmeet Singh’s Amazon Prime Video crime thriller Mirzapur received an overwhelming response on OTT. Starring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Vikrant Massey, Divyenndu, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Rasika Dugal, Harshita Gaur, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda in the lead roles, the storyline evolved with many main characters getting killed by the latest season.
After witnessing a significant cult following for their web series, the makers have announced the franchise’s standalone theatrical movie, Mirzapur The Film. The movie, which will hit the theatres in 2026, is already getting a lot of hype, especially since the comeback of Divyenndu aka Munna Bhaiya and Abhishek Banerjee aka Compounder is hinted at in the teaser.
With the internet already buzzing about Mirzapur The Film, here are some possible theories that could be a turning point for the franchise:
Theory 1 – Bablu Pandit’s strong comeback
Vikrant Massey’s character Bablu Pandit’s death broke many hearts. Several fans are hoping and expecting his comeback, after the appearance of the characters Munna Bhaiya and Compounder in the announcement teaser of Mirzapur The Film. Moreover, there is also a theory that Bablu Pandit might actually work hard, become an IAS officer, as he aimed in season one of the series, and come back to clean up Mirzapur. It would be interesting to see him neutralise Kaleen Bhaiya to get rid of the guns and goons of the lawless city. Just imagine if he could be the messiah Mirzapur needs!
Another Reddit fan comment questions if the raw violence can be continued in a theatrical release? Quite evidently, gore and bloodshed were the core factors of the show. Mirzapur is not Mirzapur without it. With things getting dialed down tone to gain the censor board’s clearance, the plot could become limited to controlled violence, sailing the ship mostly on the basis of strong dialogues.
Theory 3 – No season 4, jump to conclusion
Mirzapur The Film could also be a hint towards the makers Excel Entertainment not planning to shoot more seasons of the show. It could act as a climax, giving a clarity and end to all the characters. With or without bringing the old characters into the picture, Mirzapur The Film can give a peaceful ending, giving away who finally sat on the throne. It will help in not stretching the franchise too much, and also giving redemption to season three.
Theory 4 – Kaleen Bhaiya never went weak
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Kaleen Bhaiya aka Pankaj Tripathi was shot in the climax of season two and fans could see very less, rather a weak side of his character throughout the third season. An interesting twist would be him never getting shot and continuing his rule. With Guddu aka Ali Fazal never gaining power over the city, the fight amongst both the gangs could be continued in the film.
Here is the announcement video:
Theory 5 – No Isha Talwar and Vijay Varma
Another possible theory for the Mirzapur film could be the exit of main plot characters including Chote Tyagi aka Vijay Varma and Madhuri Yadav aka Isha Talwar. With their disappearance in the movie, there would be a huge chance of introducing fresh characters to keep the audience hooked to the screen. The new characters could be seen joining Guddu’s gang, his sister Harshita Gaur aka Dimpy Pandit’s to-be husband, Kaleen’s business partners, or another city competing with Mirzapur. An even more interesting turn would be to witness Anjun Sharma aka Sharad Shukla’s mom take revenge from everyone for killing her family.
Navya Kharbanda is an Entertainment Journalist and Cinematic Commentator at The Indian Express, where she specializes in bridging the gap between classic Bollywood heritage and contemporary Gen-Z perspectives. Her work is characterized by a blend of nostalgia-driven analysis and on-the-ground reporting from major film festivals and industry events.
Experience & Professional Background
Navya is a prominent voice on The Indian Express entertainment desk, known for her ability to secure candid interviews with both legendary veterans and rising stars. Her career highlights include:
The Indian Express: Covers a wide range of topics from high-stakes box office analysis to in-depth celebrity profiles. She is a regular at major events like the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
SCREEN Interviews: Navya has conducted a series of "exclusive conversations" for SCREEN, featuring industry stalwarts like Anupam Kher, Vishal Bhardwaj, Vidhu Vinod Chopra, and Suhasini Maniratnam.
Archival Reporting: She is noted for her sensitive handling of archival interviews and retrospectives, recently covering the legacy of late superstar Dharmendra and the career reflections of the late Satish Shah.
Expertise & Focus Areas
Navya’s beat is uniquely defined by her "Gen-Z Revisit" series, where she re-evaluates cult classics through a modern lens. Her core areas of expertise include:
Cinematic Retrospectives: Analyzing 80s and 90s landmarks like Satyam Shivam Sundaram, Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, and Mohabbatein to explore how themes of romance and rebellion resonate with today’s youth.
Industry Insights: Tracking the career resurgences of actors (e.g., Akshaye Khanna) and the evolving dynamics of film production and distribution in the OTT era.
On-Set Dynamics: Reporting on behind-the-scenes stories from major productions, ranging from the technical challenges of Mirzapur: The Film to the work ethics of superstars like Shah Rukh Khan.
South Indian Cinema: Expanding her coverage to include the impact of regional icons and the rise of pan-Indian fantasy epics like Magadheera.
Authoritativeness & Trust
Navya Kharbanda has established her authority by consistently providing "Journalism of Courage" in the entertainment sphere. Whether she is interrogating the sexism in patriarchal classics or reporting on the fair-pay debates at international film festivals, her work prioritizes factual accuracy and critical objectivity. Her ability to synthesize deep industry history with modern audience trends makes her a trusted source for readers seeking both entertainment news and thoughtful cultural commentary. ... Read More
