A Sluggish Symphony

A sluggish Symphony: My quick take on web series “Mirzapur S03” (Amazon Prime)

Ah, Mirzapur Season 3, the epitome of slow torture! After enduring this 10-episode saga of repetitive ganglord clichés and lackluster plot twists, I can confidently say it's a cringe-watch catastrophe. Gone are the days of Pankaj Tripathi's brilliance and Divendu's spark; instead, we're left with characters stumbling through uninspired storylines like amateurs in a game of desi Game of Throne aka Mirzapur ki gaddi.

The plot crawls at a snail's pace, drowning in its own repetition and aimless action sequences. Guddu and Golu's tedious bunty bubli antics will grate on your nerves faster than a rusty rickshaw on a bumpy road. Only in the last two episodes does the story begrudgingly pick up speed, teasing a potential Season 4 that would require a truckload of painkillers to endure.

Despite the yawning stretches of boredom, there are fleeting glimpses of beauty in the outdoor locations and a picturesque waterfall finale—moments that stand out like oases in a desert of mediocrity. As for performances, well, let's just say there's not much to applaud.

If you're into self-inflicted agony and masochistic binge-watching sessions, Mirzapur Season 3 might just be your poison. Otherwise, steer clear unless they inject some serious plot upgrades in the future.