**“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 spoke about the show’s transition from a web series to a theatrical feature. Describing it as “a bold gamble,” Tripathi 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 a part of the *Mirzapur* franchise since its inception, Tripathi offered fresh insight into his character Kaleen Bhaiya. “People call him a criminal, but I’ve always seen Kaleen as a businessman,” he said. “He is soft-spoken, calm, and calculative. If you didn’t know what his business was, you might even find him poetic.”
**From Bihar to Bollywood: Tripathi’s Journey**
Reflecting on his personal journey, Tripathi shared heartfelt memories from his early life. “While chatting recently with Rasika, I remembered that for the first 18-19 years of my life, I didn’t even use a toothbrush,” he recalled. “We didn’t have that concept in the village because there wasn’t a market nearby.” These reflections serve as a reminder of how far he has come in his life and career.
**Mirzapur: The Film – A New Chapter**
Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, the film adaptation marks an exciting new chapter for the *Mirzapur* franchise. Alongside Pankaj Tripathi, the film stars Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, and Rasika Dugal. The original series has already captivated audiences with three successful seasons and continues to stream on Amazon Prime Video.
As *Mirzapur* makes its bold leap to the big screen, fans eagerly await to see this gripping saga unfold in a new cinematic form.
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