Vijay Varma is gearing up to captivate viewers with his upcoming web series, ‘Matka King’. To celebrate the completion of filming, the actor shared a snapshot on Instagram of a unique matka-shaped cake accompanied by the words, “‘Matka King’ wrapped!” Helmed by acclaimed filmmaker Nagraj Manjule who is known for ‘Sairat’ and ‘Fandry’, the series delves into the vibrant yet perilous world of 1960s Mumbai. The narrative follows the ambitious journey of a cotton trader who revolutionizes the gambling scene by introducing the game of Matka and transforming it into a phenomenon that transcends class barriers. Initially, Matka betting revolved around predicting cotton rates between the New York and Bombay Cotton Exchanges. By the 1960s, the system evolved by incorporating innovative methods like drawing slips from a ‘matka’ (earthen pot) to generate random numbers. Joining Vijay in this gripping tale are Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, Gulshan Grover and Siddharth Jadhav among others promising a stellar ensemble cast. With its rich historical backdrop and compelling storyline, ‘Matka King’ is poised to be a standout addition to the world of web series.
