Vikrant Massey Opens Up About His 'Mirzapur' Experience: A Big Lesson Learned from the Show

Bollywood Mascot: Vikrant Massey has become a household name, thanks to his powerful performances, especially his iconic role as Bablu Pandit in the hit series Mirzapur. While the actor continues to make waves with his upcoming film The Sabarmati Report, he recently shared an interesting and eye-opening experience from his time working on Mirzapur, which taught him a valuable lesson about contracts and script reading.

A Big Lesson from Mirzapur

In a recent interview with Faye D'Souza, Vikrant revealed a major misunderstanding he had while signing on for Mirzapur. He disclosed that he wasn't initially aware that his character, Bablu Pandit, would be killed off at the end of Season 1. If he had known this, he admitted, he would have thought long and hard before accepting the role. Vikrant explained that he was never provided with the full script before signing the contract, leading to the shocking revelation about his character's fate. “I didn’t know that my character would be killed off at the end of Season 1,” Vikrant shared. “If I had known, I would have really considered whether I wanted to take it up. It was a huge learning experience for me.” This miscommunication about the character arc was a significant moment in Vikrant’s career, and he mentioned that after Mirzapur, he always ensures to read the entire script before committing to any project. He emphasized that he no longer signs a contract without fully understanding what his role entails.

Trust from Excel Entertainment

Vikrant also reflected on his experience working with the production house Excel Entertainment, which produced Mirzapur. He shared that the misunderstanding during Mirzapur was due to the show’s long format, which caused the writing process to continue during filming. However, he credits Excel Entertainment for believing in him early in his career, especially when they gave him a role in Zoya Akhtar’s Dil Dhadakne Do. Vikrant expressed his gratitude towards Zoya Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, and Ritesh Sidhwani for giving him an opportunity when he was relatively new in the industry. He said, “They gave me the opportunity and support when no one else was there. Excel Entertainment has always been supportive of my work, and I’m grateful for that.”

What’s Next for Vikrant Massey?

Vikrant Massey’s career continues to soar, and after the success of Mirzapur, he is now gearing up for the release of his upcoming film The Sabarmati Report, which will hit theaters on 15th November. The film, which has already generated a lot of buzz, marks another significant chapter in Vikrant's versatile career. As for Mirzapur, fans are eagerly awaiting the release of Season 3 in August 2024. The makers have also announced that Mirzapur will transition into a feature film, which is set to release in 2026, adding to the excitement around the beloved series. Vikrant’s journey from Mirzapur to his upcoming projects reflects his growth as an actor and his willingness to learn from his experiences, both on and off-screen.