Vijay Varma's 'Matka King': Cast, plot, release details
What's the story
Vijay Varma's much-anticipated crime drama series Matka King will premiere on Amazon Prime Video on April 17, 2026. The series is set in 1960s Bombay and explores themes of ambition and social mobility through the story of a man who revolutionizes gambling in India. Here's everything to know about the show.
Storyline
What happens in 'Matka King'?
Matka King follows the journey of a cotton trader who dreams of a better, more comfortable life in Bombay. He introduces a new betting format called 'Matka,' which was previously only for the rich but slowly becomes accessible to the common man. As the game grows in popularity, he rapidly rises in influence, eventually earning the title of Matka King. The show has eight episodes.
Production details
Meet the cast and crew
The series is created and directed by Nagraj Popatrao Manjule, with Varma leading the cast. The supporting cast includes Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, and Sammy Jonas Heaney. Talking about his preparation, Varma told The Hindu, "I didn't know any of the card tricks. So, I was constantly switching between playing with the cards and smoking a beedi." "It took me some months to process all the information, but I was ready when we began shooting finally."
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