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Kritika Kamra to play leading lady in the upcoming series Matka King starring Vijay Varma June 24, 2024 at 05:39PM

From television to films and web-series, Kritika Kamra has been juggling between multiple mediums. And now, we hear that the actress has bagged an interesting opportunity to captivate audiences once again as she joins Vijay Varma in the much-anticipated crime drama series Matka King.

We hear that her powerful portrayal of a lady gangster in the series Bambai Meri Jaan played a key role in her bagging the project. Speaking about her role, Kritika Kamra will take on the female lead in this new series but further details on her character are currently being kept under wraps.

Kritika Kamra shares her excitement of being a part of this series

Talking about joining the shoot of the show and expressing her happiness, Kritika said, "I am thrilled to be a part of 'Matka King' and to work alongside such an incredibly talented team," Kritika Kamra shared. "Joining forces with Vijay Varma, whose work I deeply admire, is an exciting opportunity. Nagaraj Manjule's vision and storytelling prowess are unmatched, and I am eager to bring my character to life under his direction. The story of 'Matka King' is not only intriguing but also rich in cultural history. It's an honor to be part of a project that draws inspiration from such a significant aspect of India's past. I can't wait for the audience to see what we've been working on and to experience the world of 'Matka King.'"

Matka King brings together the unique trio of Nagraj Manjule, Kritika Kamra, and Vijay Varma

Matka King is directed by the esteemed filmmaker Nagaraj Manjule, who is known for his critically acclaimed films Sairat, Fandry, and Jhund. We hear that the filmmaker's involvement will add further prestige to the project, ensuring that the show will be a compelling addition to the crime-drama genre. The collaboration of Kritika and Vijay, coupled with Manjule's directorial expertise, is expected to bring together a series that will captivate viewers with its intense narrative and dynamic performances.

It delves into the real-life Matka gambling phenomenon that swept through India from the 1960s to the 1990s. The series promises to bring to life the gripping and often perilous world of Matka gambling. The show will premiere on Amazon Prime Video.

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