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Vijay Varma on Marwadi Roots & Crunching Numbers for 'Matka King' Role

Actor Vijay Varma connects his ease with numbers for his upcoming series 'Matka King' to his Marwadi community background and his academic qualification in accounting. He detailed the intensive process of learning the complex gambling game his character masters, which involved studying a detailed leaflet and continuous practice. Varma admits that despite his efforts, the game's evolving nature and numerous probabilities mean he doesn't know it completely. The crime drama, directed by Nagraj Manjule, is scheduled to premiere on Prime Video.

Key Points: Vijay Varma Talks 'Matka King' Role, Marwadi Heritage & Numbers

  • Vijay Varma's Marwadi heritage aids role
  • Actor holds a graduation in accounting
  • Spent extensive time learning complex 'Matka' game
  • New series 'Matka King' streams April 17
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Vijay Varma on his love for crunching numbers: I am Marwadi with graduation in accounting

Actor Vijay Varma discusses his connection to numbers for his role in 'Matka King', citing his Marwadi background and accounting degree.

"A little bit, I am Marwadi. So, I can understand numbers. - Vijay Varma"

Mumbai, April 15

Actor Vijay Varma, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming crime drama and thriller series 'Matka King', has said that his love for crunching numbers comes easily to him given he belongs to the Marwadi community.

The actor spoke with IANS during the promotions of 'Matka King' in which he essays the role of a gambling lord, who is naturally smart with numbers and the game.

When asked how comfortable he is with numbers, he told IANS, "A little bit, I am Marwadi. So, I can understand numbers. And I have also done graduation in accounting. So, I am a little fond of numbers. But I was more interested in the game. Understanding the game. I got a leaflet of 4 pages, in which the whole game was explained. But to understand 4 pages, it will take at least a month, if you want to understand it properly".

He further mentioned, "So, I spent a lot of time with it. I also spent it during the shoot. Because if you understand the game, then only you will help it evolve. Any game, until you play it 4 times, you will not get the real fun of the game. So, it took time to understand the game. The more I understood the game, the more I was able to explain it to someone else".

Ask him if he has fully understood the game and the nuances, he said, "The game, I think, I still don't know completely. Because there are a lot of possibilities in it. There are a lot of possibilities in it. There are a lot of probabilities and possibilities in it".

"And the game also keeps evolving. If you type Matka King on YouTube today, you may not get today's numbers. So, it was a lot of fun to understand the game", he added.

Directed by Nagraj Manjule, 'Matka King' is set to stream on Prime Video from April 17, 2026.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Interesting interview! While I appreciate his dedication to the role, I wish he hadn't generalized an entire community's skills. Not every Marwadi is a numbers person, just like not every actor is good at math. The focus should be on his individual hard work to learn the game, which is impressive.
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Rohit P
Haha, typical Marwadi thing to say! 😄 My bua (aunt) is from Rajasthan and she can calculate the grocery bill faster than any calculator. Vijay Varma seems perfect for this role. Nagraj Manjule directing is the cherry on top. April 17 can't come soon enough!
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Priyanka N
As a CA student, I relate to the "graduation in accounting" part more! It's not just about community, it's about the formal training that gives you that analytical mindset. Good to see actors doing their homework so thoroughly. The 'Matka' world is fascinating and complex.
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David E
The cultural context here is fascinating for an international viewer. The dedication to understanding the game's mechanics before filming shows real professionalism. Prime Video is producing some great Indian content.
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Kavya N
"The game also keeps evolving" – such a smart observation. It shows he didn't just memorize lines, he genuinely engaged with the subject. Vijay Varma is one of the most underrated actors we have. Hope this series is his big break! 🤞

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