Mirzapur: The Movie has made a strong start at the box office, bringing the much-loved franchise from the streaming world to cinemas. The Gurmmeet Singh directorial, featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal and Divyenndu in key roles, opened in theatres on September 4 and registered an India net collection of Rs 24.75 crore on its first day, according to early estimates reported by Sacnilk.

The film’s opening comes amid considerable anticipation from fans of the original Mirzapur series. The streaming show has built a loyal following over three seasons, making its transition to the big screen one of the more closely watched theatrical experiments of the year. The strong opening suggests that the franchise’s popularity has successfully translated into cinema audiences.