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Vijay Varma's 'Matka King' Gambling Saga Sets Prime Video Release Date

The release date for the upcoming series 'Matka King,' starring Vijay Varma, was announced on the actor's birthday. The show is set to premiere on Prime Video on April 17, available in India and over 240 countries. Set in 1960s Bombay, it follows a cotton trader named Brij Bhatti who creates a new gambling system called Matka. The story explores his rising ambitions and the power struggles he faces as his idea grows.

Key Points: Matka King Release Date Announced on Vijay Varma's Birthday

  • Premieres April 17 on Prime Video
  • Set in 1960s Bombay gambling world
  • Stars Vijay Varma and Kritika Kamra
  • Story of ambition and power in a changing city
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Makers announce release date of Vijay Varma's 'Matka King' on actor's birthday

Vijay Varma stars in 'Matka King,' a new series about 1960s Bombay gambling, premiering April 17 on Prime Video. Watch the new teaser.

Makers announce release date of Vijay Varma's 'Matka King' on actor's birthday
"What drew us to Matka King was the scale and uniqueness of the world it is set in - Siddharth Roy Kapur"

Mumbai, March 28

It's actor Vijay Varma's birthday, and on the occasion of his special day, the makers of his upcoming series 'Matka King' have announced the release date along with a teaser for the show.

The series, which also stars Kritika Kamra, is set to premiere on Prime Video on April 17.

Set in 1960s Bombay, 'Matka King' revolves around a cotton trader who creates a new gambling system called Matka. What starts as a small idea gradually grows bigger, reaching people from different sections of society.

Apart from Vijay and Kritika, the show also features Sai Tamhankar, Siddharth Jadhav, Bhupendra Jadawat, and Gulshan Grover, along with several other actors in key roles.

The story follows Brij Bhatti, played by Vijay Varma, as he tries to make a name for himself in a fast-changing city. As his idea expands, he faces rising risks, power struggles, and ever-growing ambitions.

Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur shared his thoughts on the project, stating that the story stood out because of its setting and the journey of the main character.

As per a release, Kapur said, "What drew us to Matka King was the scale and uniqueness of the world it is set in, and the story of an individual navigating ambition, identity, and the pursuit of respect in a rapidly evolving society."

Created and written by Abhay Koranne and directed by Nagraj Popatrao Manjule, the series will be available in India and over 240 countries from April 17.

- ANI

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Aman W
Interesting concept. The matka era is a fascinating, untapped part of Bombay's history. Hope they do justice to the socio-economic layers and don't just glamorize gambling. The cast looks solid though.
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Rohit P
Vijay Varma's choice of roles is always so different. From a gritty villain in Dahaad to this. And Nagraj Manjule directing? That's a powerful combo. Fingers crossed for a compelling story.
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Sarah B
The premise about ambition in a changing society sounds very relevant even today. Looking forward to seeing how they portray that era's fashion and vibe. Kritika Kamra is a great addition too!
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Vikram M
As someone who has heard stories about the matka kings from my grandfather, I really hope the series captures the local flavor and the street-smart essence of that time, not just a polished version. The teaser gave good vibes.
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Nikhil C
Respectfully, I hope the writing is tight. Some recent web series have great concepts but lose steam midway. With Siddharth Roy Kapur producing and this cast, expectations are high. Let's hope it delivers a bingeworthy experience.

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