Prime Video has unveiled a new poster of its upcoming series Matka King, which gives a closer look at the tone and setting of the period drama. Directed by Vijay Varma, the series is based in 1960s Mumbai and explores the rise of an underground gambling network.
Prime Video releases new poster of Matka King starring Vijay Varma
The newly released poster features Vijay Varma at the center with playing cards placed near his face. The scene creates a sense of intrigue and control, pointing to a character who operates in a calculated and high-risk environment. The muted color palette and vintage style reflect the era, while the cards suggest the central theme of gambling and strategy that drives the narrative.
Matka King tells the story of a cotton trader who seeks respect and legitimacy in the society. In his quest, he introduces a new gambling game called ‘Matka’, which rapidly gains popularity and reshapes the system that was once dominated by the elite. As the game expands, it brings both opportunity and conflict, changing the social fabric of the times.
The series is produced and directed by Nagraj Manjule, who also co-wrote it with Abhay Coran. It is produced by Roy Kapur Films in association with Aatpat and SMR Productions. Producers include Siddharth Roy Kapur, Nagraj Manjule, Gargi Kulkarni, Ashish Aryan and Ashwini Sidwani.
The cast includes Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, Siddharth Jadhav, Bhupendra Jadawat and Gulshan Grover along with Vijay Verma.
With its period setting and focus on ambition and power, Matata King joins Prime Video’s growing list of original series. The poster sets the stage for a story that combines character drama with the evolution of high-stakes gambling culture.
