Archive · 5 Sep 2026
Pankaj Tripathi Performances to Watch Before Mirzapur The Movie
Pankaj Tripathi is returning as Kaleen Bhaiya in Mirzapur The Movie.
The film is the first theatrical chapter of the Mirzapur franchise.
The franchise previously had three seasons on streaming.
Before watching the movie, viewers can see some of Tripathi’s best performances.
In Gangs of Wasseypur, he played a frightening gangster.
In Masaan, he played a gentle railway employee.
In Newton, he portrayed a practical security officer.
He also showed his comic side in Bareilly Ki Barfi, Stree, and Ludo.
These roles demonstrate his range across crime, drama, comedy, and emotional stories.
Mirzapur The Movie brings the franchise from streaming to theatres after three seasons.
Gurmeet Singh directs the film, produced by Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainments.
Pankaj Tripathi returns as Kaleen Bhaiya, alongside Ali Fazal and Divyenndu.
His notable dramatic roles include Gangs of Wasseypur, Masaan, and Newton.
His comic and varied performances include Bareilly Ki Barfi, Stree, and Ludo.
- Who
- Pankaj Tripathi returns as Kaleen Bhaiya, with Ali Fazal, Divyenndu and other cast members.
- What
- Mirzapur The Movie marks the franchise’s first theatrical outing and highlights notable Pankaj Tripathi performances to watch beforehand.
- When
- The article was last updated on September 5, 2026; no release date for the film is provided.
- Where
- The Mirzapur franchise is moving from the small screen to theatres.
- Why
- The viewing guide is intended to showcase Tripathi’s range before the film’s theatrical chapter.
- Film
- Mirzapur The Movie
- Director
- Gurmeet Singh
- Producer
- Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainments
- Returning character
- Akhandanand “Kaleen Bhaiya” Tripathi
- Franchise history
- Three seasons preceded the film
- Highlighted performances
- Gangs of Wasseypur, Masaan, Newton, Bareilly Ki Barfi, Stree, and Ludo