“Shweta Tripathi Starts Filming ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ in Varanasi, Calls City Her ‘Second Home’”

Shweta Tripathi Begins Shooting for ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ in Varanasi, Calls City Her ‘Second Home’

Actress Shweta Tripathi has officially begun filming Mirzapur: The Movie, reprising her role as Gajgamini “Golu” Gupta for the big screen. Having become a fan favourite through the web series, Shweta brings Golu to cinemas for the first time, marking a new chapter in the Mirzapur franchise.

Emotional Return to Varanasi

Sources say Shweta was visibly emotional as she stepped onto the Varanasi sets, a city central to Mirzapur’s world. Speaking about her connection to the character and the city, she said:

“Golu is not just a character; she has been a companion for many years. Seeing her journey unfold on the big screen is overwhelming. Varanasi feels like my second home—so many milestones, from Masaan to Mirzapur seasons 1 and 2, have roots here. The city keeps calling me back for its people, food, and the love it has always given me.”

Her trainer Tridev Pandey, also from Varanasi, adds a personal touch to her experience, making the shoot especially meaningful.

About Mirzapur: The Movie

The Mirzapur franchise, starring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi, and Rasika Dugal, has amassed a massive fanbase on Prime Video for its gritty portrayal of power, politics, and revenge in Uttar Pradesh. Director Gurmmeet Singh is now adapting the story into India’s first cinematic version of the hit web series, backed by Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment.

The film will bring back the original cast, with a few changes:

Jitendra Kumar replaces Vikrant Massey

Ravi Kishan and Mohit Malik join in key roles

Other returning cast members include Pankaj Tripathi (Kaleen Bhaiya), Ali Fazal (Guddu), Divyenndu (Munna Bhaiya), Abhishek Banerjee (Compounder), and Rasika Dugal (Beena Tripathi).

The movie is slated for a 2026 theatrical release across India, followed by a digital release on OTT platforms. Fans are eagerly awaiting to see how Golu Gupta’s story unfolds on the big screen.