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Ali Fazal Faced Doubts Over 'Mirzapur' Role, Filmmakers Questioned Choice
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🗓 29 Jun 2026, 06:46 AM
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Actor Ali Fazal has revealed that filmmakers questioned his decision to sign the popular crime drama 'Mirzapur'. He recalled being asked about his choices regarding the project.
Actor Ali Fazal recently shared an anecdote about the initial stages of his involvement with the highly acclaimed web series 'Mirzapur'. He recounted instances where filmmakers expressed surprise and questioned his decision to take on the role.
Fazal recalled that during the early discussions, industry professionals apparently wondered about his career trajectory and the choices he was making. The implication was that his selection of 'Mirzapur', a gritty crime drama, was something that needed justification.
While the specific filmmakers or the exact context of these conversations were not detailed, Fazal's recollection highlights the initial perception or uncertainty surrounding the project and his participation in it, prior to its immense success.
Fazal recalled that during the early discussions, industry professionals apparently wondered about his career trajectory and the choices he was making. The implication was that his selection of 'Mirzapur', a gritty crime drama, was something that needed justification.
While the specific filmmakers or the exact context of these conversations were not detailed, Fazal's recollection highlights the initial perception or uncertainty surrounding the project and his participation in it, prior to its immense success.