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A lot of people might argue about which was the better season and has better engagement. Trust me, second season has more storyline than just violence and sex. Everything is well written and well executed. Though you might feel that the twists and turns are somehow predictable at some point but it has created a strong base for the upcoming season.

Finally got around to watch season 1 of the infamous Series. So many Top notch performances, great writing & unabashed display of never seen before level of Gore. Pankaj Tripathi gives a Marlon Brando level performance, he is a National Treasure !!!

Question: How good is this series? Answer: I finished the series in one marathon session of 7 hours. That good!

Question: Apart from a few well-known names, is the cast worthy of justifying their role(s)? Answer: You would be stunned by the acting. The actors are as good as the script. There are more number of pivotal characters than there were in "Sacred Games". You would be pleasantly surprised that all of them have been given enough screen-time and none of them are unimportant. What an ensemble! Wow!

Question: Is it better than Sacred Games? Answer: First of all, we MUST NOT compare the two series. "Crime", "Thriller", "Action" are the common genre between these two series. However, Mirzapur has done tremendous justice to it's script and carved out a niche space for itself. I had watched Sacred Games just a week before Mirzapur and after reading the panning reviews of Mirzapur, I decided not to watch it. One of my close friends - Sasi, told me to forget about the review(s) and give the first episode a try. I would like to quote him here: "It is far better than the number of stars the critics have awarded." HE WAS DAMN RIGHT. Sacred Games has used the terms of ancient Indian history (or mythology, whichever word you would like to use) to narrate the story. Mirzapur doesn't have that level of narration - Yes! ... But you would be gravely mistaken to take this point against Mirzapur. Each and every episode is gripping with sometimes gory and sometimes an undertone of humor which would never let you feel enervated. All the actors have done a phenomenal job. The women have been given lots of freedom. The documentary(ies) which BauJi keeps watching frequently, has 100% relevance in the context of the episode and the series. Everyone knows about Pankaj Tripathi's prowess. He doesn't need further introduction (nor do the others), but I would like to mention Guddu (Ali Fazal) as a revolutionary character. The way he has portrayed his passion for body-building, his dumb-wit, his self-assured and self-serving bias; it will blow the viewer away. After watching a few episodes, I had started to wonder if someone can be really so eccentric and so blind due to self-obsession. He just cares about how to live through the current moment in time, nothing else. In my humble opinion, I think that every character is a shade of different level of narcissism. Just visualize, how could a writer conceive the idea of so many narcissistic characters. ;-) If I ever meet Guddu Bhaiyya (Ali), Munna Bhaiyya (Divyendu Sharma) and Bablu Bhaiyya (Vikrant Massey), it would be extremely difficult to imagine them as a different person than their portrayal.

I would like to quote my friend again: This series is far better than the ratings you would come across on various critics' web pages.

The only reason I wrote this first-ever review on IMDb is because I could not digest the admonishing and panning of a beautiful work done by these fine actors and writers (and everyone involved in the project).

Disclaimer: I am from Uttar Pradesh, who lives in Bangalore. Except for acid attack, they have covered everything in the underbelly of Uttar Pradesh.

I have given it 10 start rating. Why? Because I could connect way more than its other state viewers. As game of throne, takes its inspiration from medieval Europe, this series takes its inspiration from Uttar Pradesh of 90's and early 20's (Notice the name of CM brothers for reference :P).

Now, I have grown up in that kind of environment. But, is there any form of art which has reflected it succinctly. Omkara or Ganges of Wasseypur came close, but even they tried to tone it down a bit, and acceptable for silver screen. Producing a content for digital medium, has an edge that, they didn't have to be politically correct, just to please people - and thus tinker with the spirit of the story.

That perhaps was the best part, and I watched all the episode in a single session. A pure nostalgia. From the comfort of my room here in bangalore, I was reminiscing through my childhood. Yes Uttar Pradesh is violent. Uttar Pradesh values power. The meaning of word "Bahubali" is different there. But, Uttar Pradesh is not dull state. There is a cohesion amongst all, which makes that state lively, vibrant, and politically charged. A spectacle for someone who is watching it all from a comfortable distance - not too close to get your hand burnt in it.

And this series, gave you that very experience. Keep up the good work.

I write this review after watching all 9 episodes and reading god awful critic reviews about how predictable the story line is and how gore and violence doesn't let it fly. Don't listen to any of the critics on this for sure because this show is anything but predictable.I myself am an avid fan of cinema and have watched stuff across many genre and can testify that this is a new and original show with characters, dialogues and storyline to die for.Every review that you read will praise Pankaj Tripathi, even the bad ones and he deserves it but i guarantee you that have never seen 'Ali Fazal' like in this show and for me he stole every second of his presence and even scenes with Pankaj Tripathi.

Must watch series after sacred games. Eagerly waiting for the 2nd season

Some idiots are trying to defame and Criticize this show just because Ali faizal was in favor of Protest.

To all those idiots people, Are you watching movies or shows because of story, Acting, Direction, Dialogues, Emotions, expressions or just because if actor or actress believes in same ideology or not.

This show is truly masterpiece. Even Season 2 did not disappoint me at all.

If you truly appreciate the art and artist then you should watch this show.

If you are not in favor of Ali Faizal's ideology then go and criticize him on twitter.

What's the point in boycotting such a wonderful show??

Loved it. Mirzapur is something Raw and new... Pankaj Tripathi who is the protagonist is way par and one of the best actors of modern times. The story direction casting everything was upto the mark. I rate Mirzapur 10 on 10. And eagerly waiting for the next season!🔥🔥🔥

It just captures you. There's something happening every other minute. It's hard to get bored watching Mirzapur. Great story complimented by amazing actors.

If you're plaaning to watching just go ahead. You're gonna have an amazing time.

I want to say sorry to the team of Mirzapur because I make a perception that its going to be a copy of a movie but boy oh boy I was so wrong. I thought that I will watch one episode every day but was unable to help myself to watch all 9.This is my first time giving rating numbers or writing review to anything so I was compelled to do it. At last Thank you and many congratulations and best wishes to the entire team of Mirzapur.

While watching it I was wondering why this useless crap was made, probably to please viewers who thinks entertainment means, violence, forced sex scenes, unnecessary murder, and slang or probably to recreate an era of ' Gangs of wasepur' from where this all started. Whatever will be the reason, only viewers can be blamed for creating headache shows like this one. However, the 1st episode was very well made and successfully created an aura of a good show, which the preceding episodes failed to deliver. A complete disappointment, flat and predictable story line, unintelligent script writing, no density or layers in characters and unnecessary violence scenes. It seems the makers are trying to glorify violence and criminals. No where comparable to the level and perfection of sacred games, made in heaven and criminal justice. I am certainly shocked with high rating of this show, this shows the low intelligence of people rating shows or inability to differentiate crap from craft. Just ask yourself a simple question what was new about it. Earlier I thought of 4 star but after watching the lengthy, unnessary dramatic last episode, i regretted my decision to ever watch it. My 3 stars are for the acting of Pankaj tripathi, vikrant massey, rasika duggal and other, only their good acting make it bearable. Please don't watch and save your precious time.

Its a nice attempt. There are a few sagging parts but still is a good watch. Something very different from the usual dramas, tried and tested formulas. There should be a season 2.

What a web series ...After sacred games this is the best Indian web series....specially role of kaleen bhaiya (pankaj tripathi) and guddu bhaiya (Ali fazal) are amazing....I recommend everyone to watch this web series if you like crime and thriller movies...

This is the best series yet in India. Everything from the cast, writing, background score, cinematography is brilliant!!! I loved season 1 and enjoying season 2. Such a treat !!

Best Indian web series so far Flawless Script Everything Perfect must watch series

The series really put me into the dark world of mirzapur ... one of the best entertaining prime series

Watch it if you're interested in knowing the inner workings of eastern UP's socio-economic and political structure. Everyone is aware of how Mumbai underworld used to operate, watch it if you're interested in knowing how bahubalis of eastern UP operate.

Performances are great though plot is very predictable. Not much suspense, still somehow keeps you hooked till the end. With the exception of rasika duggal's character, all other female characters look weak. Binge worthy though!!!

Before watching the series read the star cast 'Pankaj Tripathi', 'Vikrant Messy', 'Amit Sial', 'Divyendu' and 'Ali Fazal' supported by Rasika Duggal, Shweta Tripathi and Shreya Pilgaonkar. There is no doubt that Pankaj Tripathi, Vikrant Massey and Amit sial are acting powerhouse but Divyendu and Ali Fazal by their unbelievable acting. The story is gripping and will keep you glued till the end. I would recommend to watch the series specially for 'Pankaj Tripathi'.

The stars are for one and only Pankaj Tripathi who gave a stellar of performance as the don 'Kaleen bhaiya', rest all looked out of place. The storyline struggle with continuity and flashbacks are the WORST, you just feel like skipping them if not for the backstory. The dialogues written poorly and violence feels unnecessary at times. The show becomes monotonous after a while with neither any depth in characters nor any character development. Overall watch it for PT who is just all over the show and steals every scene he is in(He is gonna rock the "Sacred Games:Season 2" as Baddy Daddy)

Pure disappointment.. Started good but seriously got out of context for no reason whatsoever in the middle.. to be honest I watched the whole thing waiting...and hoped tha it will get better..but it didn't.. whats with love triangle and BS of complecated relationships.. it was supposed to be about vengeance right..? The show was similar to the first season fokat ki gali galoch and voilence.. with really bad and senseless direction after 5th episode..some good Sense of Humour because of pankaj sir and munna.. Ali faizal is still the same... gave his constipated luk all the time.. chicchha jaise.. show me nhi bhi hota to kisi koi ganta fark nhi padta..apart from him every little actor did good.. Dekhna hai dekhlo.. you are not missing anything good.. #Mirzapur2

Raw storyline, powerful acting and great music. Liked it much better than sacred games. Only thing I didnt like is what they did to my favorite character in the show.

Excellent series kaalin bhaiya rocks.kindly make season 2