The movie "Matka" is a 2024 Telugu-language action thriller film directed by Karuna Kumar. It is based on the life of the "Matka" gambler Ratan Khetri. The film stars Varun Tej, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and Nora Fatehi. It was released on 14 November 2024.
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Here are some facts about the movie:
It is based on the life of the "Matka" gambler Ratan Khetri.
The film stars Varun Tej, Meenakshi Chaudhary, and Nora Fatehi.
It was released on 14 November 2024.
The film received negative reviews from critics, with criticism for the narration, dull screenplay and underperformed at the box office.
The film is set in the 1950s and 1960s in Visakhapatnam.
The film follows the story of Vasu (Varun Tej), a young refugee from Burma who arrives in Vizag. After getting involved in a local fight, he ends up in jail.
Vasu later becomes a gangster but unfortunately gets betrayed by his close associates.
The film explores the themes of greed, betrayal, and redemption.
The film features some well-executed action sequences.
The film's music is composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar.
Overall, "Matka" is a forgettable film that fails to impress. It is a predictable gangster drama with a dull screenplay and underperformed at the box office.
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