Shweta Tripathi begins capturing for Mirzapur: The Film

Actor Shweta Tripathi has began filming for Mirzapur: The Film, returning to her fan-favourite function as Gajgamini “Golu” Gupta from the hit internet collection.

The film, which can be launched in 2026, is the cinematic extension of the Mirzapur collection and can delve extra into fan-favourite characters like Kaleen Bhaiya, Guddu Pandit, and Munna Tripathi.

The actor began filming for the undertaking, which additionally brings backs Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Divyenndu, in Varanasi.

“Golu is not only a personality for me, she has been a companion, part of my life for thus a few years. To see her journey unfold on the massive display screen is overwhelming and surreal,” Shweta stated in an announcement.

Calling Varanasi her “second house”, the actor stated a number of tasks from her profession are related to town — from Neeraj Ghaywan’s Masaan to exhibits like Escaype Live and Kalkoot.

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“Every undertaking right here has given me one thing unforgettable. My coach Tridev Pandey, who is sort of a brother to me, can also be from Benaras, which makes it much more private. This lovely metropolis of worship retains calling me again, and I hold returning for its individuals, its meals, and the adore it has at all times given me,” she stated.

Actor Abhishek Banerjee, who performed the character Compounder within the collection, may even be again for the movie. The undertaking is directed by Gurmmeet Singh and produced by Excel Entertainment.