Jitendra Kumar And Ravi Kishan Join Mirzapur: The Film Cast
The world of Mirzapur is about to get even bigger. While fans were already buzzing about seeing Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, and Divyenndu reprise their iconic roles on the big screen, we've exclusively learned that Jitendra Kumar and Ravi Kishan have also come aboard the highly anticipated film adaptation of the hit web series.
Although the makers are keeping the nature of their roles under tight wraps, the excitement is palpable — will these new additions be portraying familiar faces from the Mirzapur universe, or are brand-new, game-changing characters about to be unleashed?
A source close to the project told HTCity, 'Jitendra and Ravi Kishan have joined the cast of the film. The mahurat puja took place on Thursday, and both were present at the celebrations. Their characters are being kept as a big surprise for the fans."
The insider also revealed that pre-production is in full swing. 'The look tests and reading sessions of the cast have already started and will continue for the next few days. Jitendra and Ravi have also joined the pre-production work. The film will go on floors next month," the source added.
While Ravi Kishan politely declined to comment, efforts to reach Jitendra for confirmation yielded no response.
About Mirzapur: The Film
Announced in 2024, the film promises to reunite the OG trio — Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, and Divyenndu — in a theatrical spectacle. Created by Puneet Krishna and directed by Gurmmeet Singh, the film is slated for a 2026 release in cinemas across India before making its way to OTT. Shweta Tripathi is also expected to return as Golu.
In an earlier interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Ali Fazal teased that the film would take fans back in time. 'We are very excited. It is the OG cast and we are going at the back of the table. Back in time, I suppose. It has to be back in time because there are like some dead people walking," he said. When asked if this meant a prequel, Ali coyly replied, 'You will find out. But we are really excited to bring it to the theatres. Peaky Blinders also did that. It wasn't like a one-off or an odd choice of move."
With the return of fan-favourite characters, the promise of new surprises, and a theatrical scale to match Mirzapur's gritty legacy, the stage is set for one of the most talked-about releases of 2026.
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