Yahoo News ‘Mirzapur’ Season 3, From Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel, Sets Prime Video Date (EXCLUSIVE)
Prime Video has unveiled the premiere date of the anticipated Season 3 of hit Indian series “Mirzapur.”
Originally created by Karan Anshuman and Puneet Krishna, the crime thriller is a saga of power, revenge, ambition, politics, betrayal, deceit and complex family dynamics set in the badlands of northern India. Season 3 is written by Apurva Dhar Badgaiyann, Avinash Singh Tomar, Avinash Singh and Vijay Narayan Verma.
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“With Season 3, the stakes have gone notches higher and the canvas has become bigger,” Prime Video said in a statement. “However, the rules remain the same while all eyes are on the coveted throne in the fictional world of Mirzapur. The big question prevails whether the throne of Mirzapur will be earned or snatched in a battle of power and dominance where trust is a luxury that no one can afford.”
Produced by Ritesh Sidhwani and Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Media and Entertainment, the 10-episode Season 3 is directed by Gurmmeet Singh and Anand Iyer. The ensemble cast includes Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Rasika Dugal, Vijay Varma, Isha Talwar, Anjumm Shharma, Priyanshu Painyuli, Harshita Shekhar Gaur, Rajesh Tailang, Sheeba Chadha, Meghna Malik and Manu Rishi Chadha.
Season 3 will stream from July 5.
Nikhil Madhok, head of Hindi originals, Prime Video India, said: “With its authenticity, well-etched out characters, relentless pace and nuanced storyline, ‘Mirzapur’ has truly captured the hearts of viewers worldwide, resonating deeply with fans who eagerly await its next season. The ‘Mirzapur’ franchise has embraced fandom in its purest form where its characters have become a part of popular culture. At Prime Video, we are excited to treat the fans who have made this franchise so iconic and popular, with a fresh new season. In collaboration with our long-standing partners, Excel Entertainment, we are thrilled to bring a new chapter in the ‘Mirzapur’ saga that promises immersive entertainment replete with shocking twists and turns.”
Sidhwani added: “The first two seasons of ‘Mirzapur’ received phenomenal response and love from our fans, both in India and around the world, has been truly heartening and humbling. This overwhelming support is what motivates us to keep pushing our boundaries and delivering exceptional content. Our collaboration with Prime Video is a testament to this success, and we are committed to continuing delivering compelling stories that strike a chord with audiences. We can’t wait for viewers to dive back into the quintessential world of ‘Mirzapur’ and experience the thrilling ride that awaits them in Season 3.”
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