**‘A Bold Gamble’: Pankaj Tripathi Shares Excitement for ‘Mirzapur’ Film**
*By Isha Sharma | Oct 04, 2025*
Pankaj Tripathi, reprising his iconic role as Kaleen Bhaiya in *Mirzapur: The Film*, recently opened up about the show’s transition from a popular web series to a theatrical release. Describing the move as “a bold gamble,” he told *Mid-Day*, “It’s the first time in India that a series is being transformed into a theatrical feature. It shows the faith the producers have in the story and these characters.”
**A Unique Perspective on Kaleen Bhaiya**
Having been part of the *Mirzapur* franchise since its inception, Tripathi shared his intriguing take on his character Kaleen Bhaiya. “People call him a criminal, but I’ve always seen Kaleen as a businessman. He is soft-spoken, calm and calculative. If you didn’t know what his business was, you might even find him poetic,” he said, revealing the depth behind the powerful persona.
**From Bihar to Bollywood: Tripathi’s Personal Journey**
Tripathi also reflected on his inspiring journey from his humble beginnings in Bihar to becoming a celebrated figure in Bollywood. Reminiscing about his early life, he shared, “While chatting recently with Rasika, I remembered that for the first 18-19 years of my life, I didn’t even use a toothbrush. We didn’t have that concept in the village because there wasn’t a market nearby.” These memories, he added, remind him of how far he has come in life.
**The Next Chapter: Mirzapur’s Big-Screen Debut**
Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, the film marks a new chapter for the *Mirzapur* franchise. Alongside Pankaj Tripathi, the movie stars Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, and Rasika Dugal. The original series, which has released three successful seasons to date, continues to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
Fans eagerly await to see how this bold new venture unfolds on the big screen, bringing the gritty, intense world of *Mirzapur* to life in an exciting cinematic format.
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