Karan Johar calls ‘Mirzapur’ film “solid, kadak and masaledar”

Karan Johar has praised the Mirzapur movie after watching it on the big screen.

Karan Johar has praised the Mirzapur movie after watching it on the big screen. He shared his honest reaction shortly after the film’s theatrical release.

Excel Entertainment, backed by Farhan Akhtar, produced the film. It brought back the original cast, including Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Divyendu and Rasika Dugal. Shweta Tripathi also returned for this chapter of the story.

Johar watched the film on its opening day in cinemas. He then took to Instagram to share his verdict with fans. He tagged Prime Video and Excel Entertainment in his post. The filmmaker called the movie a “solid, kadak and masaledar ride.” He added that he loves the series and enjoyed the film equally.

Johar praised how the film handled its ensemble cast. He said the established characters shine while making room for newcomers. He also reassured viewers unfamiliar with the show. According to him, even non-fans of the series will enjoy the film.

Gurmmeet Singh directed the action thriller, which features fan-favourite characters like Kaleen Bhaiya, Guddu Bhaiya and Munna Bhaiya. The film opened in theatres on September 4. Its first day at the box office proved successful. Reports suggest it earned close to INR 24 crore on day one.

The story once again centres on a fierce battle for power. Old rivalries resurface as fresh contenders join the fight for control. The narrative builds on tensions that fans have followed for years.

Jitendra Kumar and Ravi Kishan joined the cast as newcomers this time. Their entry adds new dynamics to the long-running saga. Fans have responded strongly to the film’s opening numbers.

The positive reviews and early box office results suggest a promising run ahead. Audiences and critics alike seem impressed by the film’s blend of drama and action. With Johar’s endorsement adding further buzz, anticipation around Mirzapur’s box office journey continues building through its opening weekend.