The first look poster of Saloni in the upcoming period crime drama Matka has been unveiled by the filmmakers. The poster captures her character's essence, with the tagline, “From compulsion to courage, her journey is filled with hope & resilience.” Saloni's portrayal features her standing confidently, embodying the strength of her character. Matka is set to release on November 14.
This much-anticipated film features a stellar cast, including Varun Tej, Norah Fatehi, and Meenaakshi Chaudhary. Directed and written by Karuna Kumar, who is known for his work on Sridevi Soda Center (2021) and Palasa 1978 (2020), Matka is set against the backdrop of Visakhapatnam. Varun Tej plays the role of Kingpin Vasu, inspired by Mumbai's infamous Matka King, Ratan Katri. The narrative spans a significant timeline, from 1958 to 1982, detailing 24 years of the protagonist's life.
The film is produced by Dr. Vijender Reddy Teegala and Rajani Talluri under the banners of Vyra Entertainments and SRT Entertainments. Notable actors in the cast include Naveen Chandra, Ajay Ghosh, Kannada Kishore, and Ravindra Vijay. The film’s music is composed by GV Prakash, with cinematography by A Kishore Kumar and editing by Karthika Srinivas. As the release date approaches, anticipation continues to build around this gripping period crime drama.
