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Ali Fazal credits 'Mirzapur' for skyrocketing his fame and success as season 3 approaches

Actor Ali Fazal has talked candidly in the run-up to the premiere about how the show has influenced his career, the development of his character, and what fans may anticipate from the next episodes.

July 02, 2024 / 14:04 IST
Ali Fazal as Guddu in the Mirzapur series.

Ali Fazal as Guddu in the Mirzapur series.

The eagerly anticipated third season of "Mirzapur" is slated to begin streaming on July 5. In the lead-up to the release, actor Ali Fazal has opened up about how the series has shaped his career, his character's evolution, and what viewers can expect from the upcoming episodes.

In an interview with the Free Press Journal, Fazal was asked if he believed his role as Guddu in "Mirzapur" was a turning point that catapulted him to international fame. While he modestly downplayed the personal impact, he acknowledged the show's importance within the Indian entertainment industry.

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Fazal reflected on how "Mirzapur" had indeed opened doors for him and broadened his professional scope. He remarked that the series influenced his Hollywood trajectory in a unique way, as it wasn't a widely recognized show in the West, but it still paved the way for new opportunities.

Fazal hinted that season 3 will diverge from its predecessors, focusing on a tighter narrative filled with more intense drama. A significant addition this season is the introduction of hand-to-hand combat scenes, promising a fresh dynamic. He also revealed that the storyline will witness the demise of key characters and the introduction of new faces, making the preparation for his role both distinct and enjoyable.

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The star-studded cast returning for the third season includes Pankaj Tripathi, Shweta Tripathi, Isha Talwar, Anjum Sharma, Priyanshu Painyuli, Harshita Shekhar Gaur, Rajesh Tailang, Sheeba Chadha, Meghna Malik, and Manu Rishi Chadha, alongside Ali Fazal.

Fans of the series are brimming with excitement, flooding social media with posts expressing their anticipation for the new season. The beloved series continues to captivate its audience, promising an exhilarating and dramatic continuation.

Mirzapur Season 3 will be streaming on Amazon Prime Video, the series returns on July 5.

Akshay Hebbalad
first published: Jul 2, 2024 02:04 pm

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