Mirzapur (Indian web series)

Mirzapur is an Indian Hindi-language action crime thriller web series created by Karan
Anshuman and Puneet Krishna for Amazon Prime Video. Produced by Excel Entertainment,
the series features an ensemble cast including Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyenndu, Shweta
Tripathi Sharma, Rasika Dugal, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda. Set in the lawless town of
Mirzapur in Uttar Pradesh, the series explores themes of power, crime, family loyalty, and
revenge.

Plot
The story follows Akhandanand Tripathi, also known as 'Kaleen Bhaiya', a mafia don and
carpet exporter in Mirzapur. His power is challenged when two brothers, Guddu and Bablu
Pandit, become entangled in his world of crime. As they rise within the ranks of Kaleen
Bhaiya’s empire, conflicts escalate, resulting in betrayal, power struggles, and violent
confrontations. The second season intensifies the chaos as Guddu seeks revenge after
Bablu’s death, leading to brutal gang wars. With shifting alliances and mounting casualties,
Mirzapur portrays the descent into a world governed by violence and ambition.

Cast
• Pankaj Tripathi as Akhandanand Tripathi (Kaleen Bhaiya)
• Ali Fazal as Govind 'Guddu' Pandit
• Divyenndu as Phoolchand 'Munna' Tripathi
• Shweta Tripathi Sharma as Gajgamini 'Golu' Gupta
• Rasika Dugal as Beena Tripathi
• Kulbhushan Kharbanda as Satyanand Tripathi (Bauji)
• Vijay Varma, Isha Talwar, Lilliput, and others appear in later seasons

Production
Mirzapur was produced by Excel Entertainment and shot in real locations in Uttar Pradesh,
including Varanasi, Jaunpur, and Mirzapur. The series is known for its gritty storytelling,
realistic portrayal of North Indian crime dynamics, and strong character development. Its
success paved the way for more Indian crime thrillers on digital platforms.

Music
The series features an intense and dark background score composed by John Stewart Eduri.
Its music complements the show’s raw atmosphere, with folk elements and dramatic cues to
elevate emotional and action sequences.

Reception
Mirzapur received widespread acclaim for its performances, particularly by Pankaj Tripathi
and Divyenndu. While the first season built a strong fan base, the second season garnered
even more attention and praise. The series became a cultural phenomenon, known for its
memorable dialogues and unfiltered depiction of crime and politics in rural India.
Seasons
• Season 1 premiered on November 16, 2018.
• Season 2 was released on October 23, 2020.
• Season 3 released in July 2024 and continued the saga of vengeance and control over
Mirzapur.