Matka OTT Release Date: When and Where to Watch Crime Drama Online

Varun Tej’s latest film Matka premiered in theaters on November 14, 2024 and brought a gangster period drama to the audience. Directed by Karuna Kumar, the film explores the journey of a man who rises from poverty and becomes a gambling kingpin. Varun Tej’s latest crime drama Matka is slated to release on Prime Video in mid-December. The film, which hit theaters on November 14, 2024, received mixed responses from critics and audiences alike.

Amazon Prime Video acquired the streaming rights to the film ahead of its theatrical debut, allowing the film to reach a wider audience following its box office run. Although the exact release date is awaited, it is expected in the third week of December.

Official trailer and plot of Matka

Directed by Karuna Kumar, Matka is a gangster drama set between 1958 and 1982 in Visakhapatnam. The story follows Vasu, played by Varun Tej, a man who rises from poverty to enormous wealth through gambling. The plot captures Vasu’s evolution from refugee to the ‘king of Matka’. The film’s vintage setting has been praised for its nostalgic depiction of the era, with impressive visuals and costumes that authentically portray the period. The Hindi trailer of Matka highlights intense moments and retro-style visuals, building anticipation for the film’s OTT release.

Cast and crew of Matka

The film features an ensemble cast including Meenakshi Chaudhary as Sujatha and Nora Fatehi as Sofia. Other prominent actors include Saloni Aswani, P. Ravi Shankar, Kishore, Naveen Chandra and Ajay Ghosh. Karuna Kumar, known for his directorial work in Palasa, helmed the project. The music was composed by GV Prakash Kumar, while Kishor Kumar handled the cinematography. The film was produced by Vijender Reddy Teegala and Rajani Talluri under Vyra Entertainment and SRT Entertainments.

Reception from Matka

Upon its theatrical release, Matka received mixed reviews. While Varun Tej’s transformation and performance were widely appreciated, the predictable storyline and pacing were criticized. Despite the period-specific details and compelling moments surrounding 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 lukewarm reception sped up the timeline of its OTT release.