Matka (2024): cast, story & where to watch
2024 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 2024, Matka is an action and crime film directed by Karuna Kumar, running about 159 minutes.
What it’s about. Set between the years 1958 and 1982, Matka tells the story of Vasu, who rises from poverty to create a powerful gambling empire in India, ultimately leading the nation into a battle with the government. Based on real events, the tale explores themes of love, moral choices, and the consequences of ambition.
Who’s in it. Matka stars Varun Tej as Vasu, Meenakshi Chaudhary as Sujatha, Nora Fatehi as Sophiya and Naveen Chandra as Sahu, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Matka has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Matka page.
If you liked it. Fans of Matka tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Matka (2024)?
- In US, Matka is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video and Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Matka worth watching?
- Matka holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Matka?
- Matka stars Varun Tej, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Nora Fatehi, Naveen Chandra and Ajay Ghosh.
- When was Matka released?
- Matka was released in 2024, with a runtime of about 159 minutes.