Matka, a Telugu film inspired by the story of 'matka' king Ratan Khatri, falls short of expectations in execution. Starring Varun Tej and Meenakshi Chaudhary, it is directed by Karuna Kumar

The Varun Tej starrer hit the big screens on November 14, alongside Suriya starrer pan-India film Kanguva. The action movie narrates a classic rags-to-riches story and opened to a decent reception. Social media users who caught early shows of the film have praised the performance of Varun Tej while criticised the director's work on

Varun Tej has gone all out to promote the film. However, Matka is locking horns with the mighty Kanguva. This Kollywood flick is one of the most awaited biggies in recent times and is made on a whopping budget.

Matka follows the journey of Vasu, a renowned Matka gambler and gangster. The film is loosely inspired by the story of Ratan Khetri, who is credited with transforming Matka—originally a gambling practice that began in Mumbai in 1962—into India’s most popular betting game, building a nationwide gambling empire that he controlled for decades.

Varun Tej's latest film, Matka, hit theatres on November 14. Fans shared their early reviews on their respective social media handles, praising Varun's 'performance of a lifetime.'

Varun Tej’s latest release, Matka, has generated a mix of excitement and skepticism among fans and critics alike. The period drama, directed by Karuna Kumar, explores the gritty world of matka gambling and power struggles,