Scripting starts for Mirzapur Season 4 as Shweta Tripathi seeks fresh arc for Golu

After Mirzapur The Movie, scripting for Pankaj Tripathi and Ali Fazal starrer's Season 4 begins (Image Credits IMDb)

‘Mirzapur’ season 4 is in development, with director Gurmmeet Singh confirming in July this year that work on the scripting is underway following the success of ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’. Shweta Tripathi, who plays Golu Gupta in the Prime Video crime drama, has expressed her eagerness to return to the character and explore how her experiences continue to shape her.

According to Mid-Day, the production timeline is expected to be finalised by early 2027.

‘Mirzapur’ Season 4 update: Scripting underway, confirms Gurmmeet Singh

The story of ‘Mirzapur’ is far from over. Following the success of ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’, the makers have begun work on the fourth season of the Prime Video series. Director Gurmmeet Singh had confirmed to Variety India that scripting is underway, although the production timeline is expected to be finalised only by early 2027.According to Mid-Day, the fourth season was conceptualised and mapped alongside the film, with the story set to continue from the events of the third season’s finale. While the makers have started developing the next chapter, further details about the plot, cast and filming schedule remain awaited.Shweta Tripathi, who has portrayed Golu Gupta across the series, is keen to return to the character. The actor believes Golu’s journey still offers plenty of scope for exploration, particularly after the losses and violent events that have transformed her over the course of the show.

Shweta Tripathi reflects on Golu Gupta’s journey in ‘Mirzapur’

When Shweta Tripathi first played Golu Gupta, the character was a reserved, studious young woman who believed in the power of education. Over three seasons, however, Golu has been shaped by loss, violence, power and revenge.Reflecting on the character’s evolution, Tripathi told the publication, “Her journey is special to me. Golu’s experiences have changed her. And she is still changing. But I think that’s what makes her human.

I have grown as an actor while playing her too, so in many ways, we have grown together.”For Tripathi, Golu’s transformation is one of the reasons she remains invested in the role. Rather than viewing each season as a repetition of what came before, the actor sees every return to the character as an opportunity to understand her more deeply.The emotional and psychological changes Golu has undergone have also allowed Tripathi to explore different aspects of her performance, making the character an important part of her acting journey.

Shweta Tripathi on returning as Golu

Tripathi believes that even after three seasons and a feature film, Golu Gupta’s story has room to develop further. She said returning to the character allows her to discover new layers shaped by the experiences Golu has lived through.“Every time I return to the character, I discover something new,” the actor said.She elaborated, “As an actor, it is a beautiful space to be in because you are not just repeating something you have done before, you are going back to a person who has lived through more experiences.

You have to understand what those experiences have done to her. I would love to keep discovering those different sides of her.”With Season 4 in development, viewers can expect the next chapter to build on the consequences of the third season’s finale, although the makers have yet to reveal specific plot details.

‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ box office collection

According to Sacnilk, the film recorded an India gross collection of Rs 274.20 crore, with its worldwide gross reaching Rs 339.70 crore.

Its reported India net collection stands at Rs 230.45 crore.

What happened in 'Mirzapur' Season 3

'Mirzapur' Season 3 centers on Guddu Pandit’s turmoil-filled reign as the King of Mirzapur following Kaleen Bhaiya’s disappearance and Akhandanand’s covert recovery under Sharad Shukla’s care. As Guddu struggles to consolidate authority alongside Golu Gupta, political maneuvering in West UP intensifies with Beena playing double agent and Chief Minister Madhuri Yadav waging a personal war against criminal networks.

Tensions peak when Kaleen Bhaiya resurfaces at a crucial high-stakes conclave, orchestrating a brutal betrayal that shifts the balance of power, leaving Guddu imprisoned, Golu on the run, and the battle for the throne wide open.