Pankaj Tripathi Reveals Hilarious Anecdote Behind ‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ Track ‘Sajanva’

Mumbai: The excitement surrounding the cinematic transition of one of India’s most iconic web series reached a fever pitch this week as the cast and crew gathered for the official music launch of Mirzapur: The Movie. Among the many highlights of the star-studded event, powerhouse performer Pankaj Tripathi stole the show with a charming and humorous story about how he first encountered the film’s soulful new track, “Sajanva.”

A Musical Discovery at Home

During an interactive session at the launch, Tripathi was asked to name his favorite track from the film’s upcoming album. Admitting that he was genuinely impressed by the fresh soundscape crafted for the big-screen adaptation, the veteran actor shared a lighthearted moment involving his family.

“I have to share an interesting story,” Tripathi began. “A few days ago, my wife was scrolling through social media and came across a reel featuring clips of me, which had the song ‘Sajanva’ playing in the background. She turned to me and asked what the song was. Honestly, I didn’t recognize it at the time, so I jokingly told her to just Google it.”

The actor continued, laughing, “My daughter, who was watching us, looked at both of us in total surprise and said, ‘Mom, Dad—that song is actually from Mirzapur: The Movie!'”

A Star-Studded Launch

The event served as a grand showcase for the film’s diverse musical lineup, featuring live performances by renowned artists including Rashmeet Kaur, Romy, and Dhanda Nyoliwala. Fans were treated to renditions of high-energy tracks such as “Varoon Forever,” “Do Numbari,” and “Ghoom Ghoom,” along with a fresh, captivating take on the classic “Saason Ki Mala.”

The launch brought together the complete ensemble cast, highlighting the immense anticipation surrounding the project. The red carpet saw the return of fan-favorite characters, with appearances by Ali Fazal, Divyendu, Rasika Dugal, Shweta Tripathi Sharma, Shriya Pilgaonkar, and Jitendra Kumar, alongside new additions to the franchise like Ravi Kishan and Sonal Chauhan.

As the film gears up for its theatrical debut, the buzz continues to grow. For the latest developments, including real-time reactions and details on the Mirzapur: The Movie release, audiences are keeping a close watch on the cast’s promotional trail as they prepare to bring the gritty, high-stakes world of Mirzapur to the big screen.