Archive · 4 Sep 2026
Mirzapur: The Movie Draws Crowds Despite Vikrant Massey's Absence
Mirzapur: The Movie is a new film based on the popular Mirzapur series.
It was released in cinemas around the world on September 4.
Most of the original cast returned for the movie.
Vikrant Massey, who played Bablu Pandit, was not in it.
Jeetendra Kumar plays Bablu Pandit instead.
Massey did not explain why he chose not to appear.
When fans said they missed him, he told them to watch the movie because it was well made.
The film had a strong first day, with many theatres filling up.
Mirzapur: The Movie released worldwide in cinemas on September 4.
Vikrant Massey did not return as Bablu Pandit, a role he played in the first season.
Jeetendra Kumar plays Bablu Pandit in the film and has received positive reviews.
When fans mentioned missing Massey, he encouraged them to watch the film, calling it well made.
The movie reported strong opening-day attendance, with morning shows going houseful.
- Who
- Mirzapur: The Movie features the original Mirzapur cast, with Jeetendra Kumar replacing Vikrant Massey as Bablu Pandit.
- What
- The film marks Mirzapur’s transition from an OTT franchise to the big screen, while Massey responds to fans who missed him.
- When
- The movie was released on September 4; Massey made his remarks on Friday after the release.
- Where
- The film opened in cinemas worldwide, while Massey made his comments at an event.
- Why
- Massey’s reason for opting out was not disclosed; he advised fans to watch the film because it was well made.
- Film
- Mirzapur: The Movie
- Release
- September 4, worldwide in cinemas
- Missing cast member
- Vikrant Massey, who played Bablu Pandit in the first season
- Replacement
- Jeetendra Kumar plays Bablu Pandit in the film
- Director
- Gurmmeet Singh
- Writer
- Puneet Krishna
- Production
- Presented by Amazon MGM Studios and Excel Entertainment