Vijay Varma’s Crime Thriller ‘Matka King’ Nears Completion, Set for Prime Video Debut

Actor Vijay Varma, known for his versatile roles in Indian cinema, recently wrapped up the shoot for the highly anticipated Prime Video crime thriller, Matka King. Directed by the critically acclaimed filmmaker Nagraj Manjule, this gripping series is expected to make waves in the world of crime dramas. However, it was not just the shoot completion that caught the attention of fans but also the unique cake shared by Varma on his social media.

On April 24, Vijay Varma took to his Instagram stories to share a glimpse of the wrap-up celebration for Matka King. In a post that quickly went viral, the actor shared an image of an intricately designed cake that mirrored the theme of the show. The cake featured a matka, a traditional clay pot, draped with a red cloth, which looked almost lifelike. The words “Matka King” were written on the cake, adding a personal touch to the celebration. Accompanying the image, Vijay Varma wrote, “Matka King wrapped!” The post, which has sparked excitement among fans, offers a peek into the behind-the-scenes moments of the show’s production.

While the cake may have stolen the show, the Matka King series itself promises to be a major highlight for Prime Video’s crime drama offerings. Set in the 1960s, the series delves into the risky and dramatic world of Matka gambling, a popular underground betting game that played a significant role in Mumbai’s underbelly during the era. The narrative follows the journey of a daring cotton trader who creates a new game, disrupting the existing rules of the gambling world. His revolutionary game, known as Matka, spreads like wildfire, pulling in everyday citizens and igniting a high-stakes game of luck and betrayal.

Directed by Nagraj Manjule, whose previous work on Sairat and Fandry received critical acclaim, Matka King promises to be a raw and gritty portrayal of Mumbai’s bustling streets during a transformative era. The series will showcase the rise of a new gambling game that challenges social norms and brings drastic consequences for its participants.

Vijay Varma plays the lead role in Matka King, bringing to life the character of the ambitious and calculated cotton trader who seeks respect and legitimacy in a society that thrives on tradition and illegal betting. His performance is expected to be a highlight, as he takes on a character deeply embedded in the complex socio-political fabric of 1960s Mumbai. In addition to Varma, the series boasts a talented ensemble cast including Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, Gulshan Grover, and Siddharth Jadhav, all of whom are expected to bring their A-game to the drama.

The series is produced by Siddharth Roy Kapur and Nagraj Manjule, along with Gargi Kulkarni, Ashish Aryan, and Ashwini Sidwani, under the banner of Roy Kapur Films. Matka King will premiere on Amazon Prime Video, bringing the thrilling story to a global audience.