Mirzapur (2018)

A raw, unflinching Indian crime saga where power, blood, and ambition collide in the lawless heartland of Uttar Pradesh.

Mirzapur - Series Information

  • Original Title: Mirzapur
  • First Air Year: 2018
  • Last Air Year: 2024
  • Created by: Karan Anshuman, Puneet Krishna et al.
  • Type: TV Series
  • Genres: Crime, Action, Adventure, Drama
  • Content Rating (US): TV-MA
  • Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 45 minutes
  • Number of Seasons: 3
  • Number of Episodes: 29
  • Status: Returning Series
  • Original Language: Hindi
  • Spoken Languages: Hindi
  • First Air Date: November 15, 2018 (United States - TV-MA), November 15, 2018 (Canada - 18+), November 15, 2018 (Germany - 18), November 15, 2018 (France - 18), November 15, 2018 (India - A), November 15, 2018 (Australia - R 18+), November 15, 2018 (Brazil - 18), November 15, 2018 (Mexico - D), November 15, 2018 (Spain - 18), November 15, 2018 (South Korea - 19)
  • Networks: Prime Video
  • Alternative Titles: मिर्ज़ापुर (IN)
  • Production Companies: Excel Entertainment
  • Production Countries: India

Mirzapur - Plot

The iron-fisted Akhandanand Tripathi is a millionaire carpet exporter and the mafia don of Mirzapur. His son, Munna, is an unworthy, power-hungry heir who will stop at nothing to inherit his father's legacy. An incident at a wedding procession forces him to cross paths with Ramakant Pandit, an upstanding lawyer, and his sons, Guddu and Bablu. It snowballs into a game of ambition, power and greed that threatens the fabric of this lawless city.

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Mirzapur - Cast & Crew

Creator(s)

  • Karan Anshuman
  • Puneet Krishna
  • Vineet Krishnan

Main Cast

  • Ali Fazal
  • Pankaj Tripathi
  • Shweta Tripathi Sharma
  • Rasika Dugal
  • Harshita Gaur
  • Sheeba Chaddha
  • Rajesh Tailang
  • Shaji Choudhary
  • Anjum Sharma
  • Isha Talwar

Writers

  • Apurva Dhar Badgaiyann
  • Avinash Singh Tomar
  • Vijay Narayan Verma
  • Puneet Krishna
  • Vineet Krishna

Executive Producers

  • Bhaumik Gondaliya
  • Ritesh Sidhwani
  • Farhan Akhtar
  • Kassim Jagmagia
  • Gurmmeet Singh

Mirzapur - FAQs

Where can you stream Mirzapur online?

Mirzapur is available exclusively on Amazon Prime Video. You can watch all three seasons with a standard Prime Video subscription or through Amazon Prime Video with Ads. It is accessible in the United States and numerous other countries via the platform.

Is Mirzapur based on a true story?

Mirzapur is not based on a specific true story, but it draws heavily from the real socio-political landscape of the Purvanchal region in Uttar Pradesh, India. The show's depiction of gang culture, political corruption, and lawlessness reflects documented realities of the region, lending it a gritty authenticity.

Who are the main actors in Mirzapur?

Mirzapur stars Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, Pankaj Tripathi as the fearsome Kaleen Bhaiya, Shweta Tripathi Sharma as Golu, Rasika Dugal as Beena Tripathi, Divyendu Sharma as Munna Tripathi, Harshita Gaur as Dimpy, and Rajesh Tailang as Ramakant Pandit, among others.

What is Mirzapur about?

Mirzapur follows the ruthless mafia don Akhandanand Tripathi, who controls the lawless city of Mirzapur. When his volatile son Munna clashes with a lawyer's family, two brothers — Guddu and Bablu — are pulled into a brutal world of crime, power, and vengeance that reshapes the entire region.

How many seasons does Mirzapur have?

Mirzapur has three seasons. Season 1 consists of 9 episodes, Season 2 has 10 episodes, and Season 3 also has 10 episodes, bringing the total to 29 episodes. The series is currently listed as a returning series, with production ongoing.

What happened to Guddu Pandit at the end of Mirzapur?

Guddu Pandit's arc across three seasons is defined by devastating loss and relentless revenge. After the brutal murders of his brother Bablu and wife Sweety in Season 1, Guddu spends subsequent seasons dismantling Kaleen Bhaiya's empire, ultimately emerging as one of Mirzapur's most formidable and morally complex power players.

Did Mirzapur win any awards?

Mirzapur has received multiple award nominations and wins at prominent Indian ceremonies. Pankaj Tripathi's portrayal of Kaleen Bhaiya earned widespread critical acclaim and recognition at awards including the Filmfare OTT Awards. The series is widely regarded as one of the most influential Indian streaming productions ever made.

What is the content rating for Mirzapur?

Mirzapur is rated TV-MA in the United States, indicating it is intended for mature audiences only. The series contains strong language, graphic violence, sexual content, and depictions of drug use. Viewer discretion is strongly advised. In India, it carries an 'A' certificate, restricting it to adult viewers.

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