Mirzapur was palpable when fans discovered that a bonus episode for the third season was dropping unexpectedly. But as the highly anticipated episode aired, the reaction on Twitter revealed a wave of disappointment rather than celebration. The bonus episode, which promised the return of the much-loved Munna Bhaiya, played by Divyenndu Sharma, left fans feeling underwhelmed and puzzled.
The buzz began when the makers of Mirzapur teased the return of Munna Bhaiya, creating a surge of hope among the show’s loyal fanbase. However, what was presented in the bonus episode was not a fresh narrative or a twist in the ongoing storyline but rather a collection of deleted scenes from Season 3. Although Munna Bhaiya did make an appearance, it was only to comment on the actions of other characters in these previously unseen clips. This format, while creative, failed to meet the high expectations set by the previous seasons.
The response on Twitter was swift and blunt. Many fans expressed their dissatisfaction, stating that the bonus episode felt more like an afterthought than a meaningful addition to the series. One user tweeted, “Munna Bhaiya is BACK! He’s staring at the same bullet he got in his chest. The bonus episode is just a compilation of deleted scenes narrated by him. Makers did a fan service, but it felt hollow.”
Another user didn't hold back, tweeting, “Season flop. Bonus episode super flop #MirzapurOnPrime,” highlighting the