Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment are taking their Indian streaming hit ‘Mirzapur’ to theatres, marking a significant move in the Indian entertainment landscape.

The film adaptation of the Prime Video crime thriller series, which explores the power dynamics and criminal underworld in the heart of northern India, will debut in 2026 with series creator Puneet Krishna at the helm and Gurmmeet Singh, who previously directed. 17 episodes of the series, scheduled for directing. This adaptation marks one of the first instances of an Indian streaming series making the transition to a theatrical release.

The theatrical adventure will feature the return of the show’s main cast, incl 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 Compounder.

After the theatrical window, the film will air on Prime Video in 240 territories after an eight-week exclusivity period. The move follows ‘Mirzapur’ Season 3 record breaking performance on the streaming platform. Season 4, which is in development, will take place after the film’s release.

“With its nuanced characters, unforgettable dialogues and captivating story, ‘Mirzapur’ has established itself as one of the most loved franchises among the audiences of today’s era. We pride ourselves on creating personalized content that reflects the diverse tastes of our viewers and are committed to supporting local stories that resonate deeply and engage on a personal level, enabling them to connect with narratives that are both authentic and immersive,” a said Manish Menghani. director of content licensing at Prime Video India. As ‘Mirzapur’ continues to garner widespread acclaim, we are excited to expand this franchise into theaters, offering fans a thrilling cinematic experience. In collaboration with our long-time partner who shares our creative vision, Excel Entertainment, this ambitious announcement marks an exciting new chapter in the world of ‘Mirzapur’ as we embark on this new journey.”

Excel Entertainment’s Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtarwho are producing the film, see it as an opportunity to expand the scope of the series. “It is a milestone for us to once again bring the quintessential ‘Mirzapur’ experience to our audience, but this time on the big screen. Across three successful seasons, this acclaimed franchise has struck fans in all the right chords with 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 cherished series into a film will undoubtedly make for an even more engrossing watch, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the world of ‘Mirzapur’ like never before. We are delighted to partner with Prime Video, once again, and look forward to delivering a grand cinematic experience that will truly live up to the expectations of our dedicated fans,” the producers said in a joint statement.

Excel Entertainment’s portfolio includes ‘Gully Boy’, India’s submission to the Oscars 2019 and ‘Dahaad’, which won 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.