Mirzapur: The Film Welcomes ‘Jannat’ Star Sonal Chouhan to Its Star-Studded Cast

Mirzapur: The Film is an upcoming Hindi-language crime thriller set to release in 2026. This cinematic adaptation of the popular Amazon Prime Video series Mirzapur is produced by Excel Entertainment's Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar, and directed by Gurmmeet Singh. The film aims to expand the gritty world of Mirzapur onto the big screen, promising a larger-than-life spectacle.

Sonal Chouhan is an Indian actress and model known for her work in Bollywood and regional films. She made her debut in the 2009 film Jannat and gained recognition for her performances in movies like Antardwand and Love Shagun. She continues to expand her repertoire, taking on diverse roles across film and digital platforms.

Sonal Chauhan took to Instagram to announce her entry into Mirzapur: The Film, expressing her excitement and gratitude. She wrote, “ॐ नमः शिवाय — Still trying to sink it all in! I’m beyond thrilled to be part of such an incredible and game-changing journey. Can’t wait for everyone to witness what we’re bringing to the big screen. A heartfelt thank you to @ritesh_sid, @faroutakhtar, @gurmmeetsingh, and @excelmovies for welcoming me into the world of Mirzapur. It’s an honour to be part of this iconic project.”

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Mirzapur: The Film brings back the iconic ensemble that made the series a cult favorite. The cast features Pankaj Tripathi as Kaleen Bhaiya, Ali Fazal as Guddu Pandit, Divyenndu as Munna Bhaiya, Abhishek Banerjee as Compounder, Rasika Dugal as Beena Tripathi, and Shweta Tripathi as Golu Gupta. Joining them are new faces like Jitendra Kumar, who replaces Vikrant Massey, along with Ravi Kishan and Mohit Malik in key roles. Directed by Gurmmeet Singh, the film marks a historic moment as the first Indian web series to be adapted into a full-fledged theatrical feature, produced under Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment banner.

Mirzapur: The Film is slated for a theatrical release in 2026, though the exact date has not yet been officially announced. The film is currently in production, with major portions being shot in Varanasi and Mumbai. Fans of the hit series are eagerly waiting for Excel Entertainment to reveal the confirmed release date, as the movie promises to bring the intense world of Mirzapur to the big screen for the very first time.