Matka OTT release date: When and where to watch Varun Tej’s crime drama online

Varun Tej’s latest film Matka premiered in theaters on November 14, 2024, bringing a gangster period drama to the audiences. Directed by Karuna Kumar, the film depicts the journey of a man from poverty to becoming a gambling kingpin. Varun Tej’s latest period crime drama Matka is scheduled to release on Prime Video by mid-December. The film, which released in theaters on November 14, 2024, has received mixed responses from critics and audiences.

Amazon Prime Video acquired the streaming rights to the film before its theatrical debut, ensuring that it reached a wide audience after its box office run. Although the exact release date is awaited, it is expected to arrive in the third week of December.

Matka official trailer and plot

Matka, directed by Karuna Kumar, is a period gangster drama set in Visakhapatnam between 1958 and 1982. The story is based on Vasu, played by Varun Tej, a man who rises from poverty to immense wealth through gambling. The plot traces Vasu’s growth from a refugee to the “King of Matka”. The film’s vintage setting has been praised for its nostalgic portrayal of the era, with impressive visuals and costumes that authentically reflect the time period. The Hindi trailer of Matka highlights intense moments and retro-style scenes, creating anticipation for the film’s OTT release.

cast and crew of matka

The film stars an ensemble cast, including Meenakshi Choudhary as Sujata and Nora Fatehi as Sophia. Other lead actors include Saloni Aswani, P. Ravi Shankar, Kishore, Naveen Chandra and Ajay Ghosh. Karuna Kumar, known for his direction in Palasa, helmed the project. The music was composed by GV Prakash Kumar, while Kishore Kumar handled the cinematography. The film was produced by Vijender Reddy Teegala and Rajini Talluri under Vaara Entertainment and SRT Entertainment.

Matka welcome

Upon its theatrical release, Matka received mixed reviews. While Varun Tej’s transformation and performance were widely appreciated, the predictable story and pace were criticized. Despite its period-specific details and charming moments centered on gambling, the film struggled at the box office amid stiff competition from other releases like Kanguva and Diwali hits Ka, Amaran and Lucky Bhaskar. Reports suggest that the film’s lackluster reception has accelerated its OTT release timeline.