Mohit Malik reflects on playing Birju Lohar in Mirzapur: The Movie, calling him a flawed and complex character. He says the challenge was to understand his mindset and motivations and portray him honestly without judging his actions

Mirzapur has featured in IMDb’s annual top 10 popular shows list nine times since its 2018 premiere, cementing its staying power. Pankaj Tripathi credits the crime drama’s success to its authentic portrayal of an Indian setting and relatable characters.