Nagraj Manjule

Matka King (Nagraj Manjule) premiered April 17 on Prime Video, starring Vijay Varma. Aamir Khan: loved Ratan Khatri role, will watch post-Ek Din. Ramesh Taurani, Vicky Kaushal rave too. 1964-75 Matka gambling saga.

The actress talks about her latest series and why she quit her thriving television career.

Riteish Deshmukh's historical epic 'Raja Shivaji' has finally arrived after a ten-year journey. The film chronicles the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Deshmukh stars in the lead role and also co-wrote and directed the ambitious project. The extended wait allowed for a bigger and better production, featuring a star-studded cast. The film has been well-received by audiences in Maharashtra.

Gulshan Grover, known as Bollywood’s “Bad Man,” said he is proud of his villain image and believes strong villains make heroes shine. He also spoke about handling failure with focus. Recently seen in Matka King with Vijay Varma and Kritika Kamra, the series streams on OTT.

Riteish Deshmukh's 'Raja Shivaji' is poised for a monumental Marathi box office debut, potentially shattering opening day records. Advance bookings are soaring, with nearly 1 lakh tickets sold and Rs 2.5 crore already collected. Trade experts project a massive Rs 6-7 crore net for the Marathi version alone, with the Hindi release adding over Rs 1 crore.

In a candid reflection, Kritika Kamra opens up about her turbulent beginnings in the entertainment industry, sharing a harrowing experience with the casting couch that she narrowly escaped. She points out the ongoing discrimination faced by television actors in Bollywood, referring to a subtle yet significant divide. Read on to know more in detail.

Vijay Varma expresses his excitement about sharing the screen with Sunny Deol in the upcoming action thriller "Antony." Varma described Deol as a "most gentle and loving icon," recalling his famous "dhai kilo ka haath" dialogue. The film, directed by Balaji Ganesh, sees Deol in a high-octane role with Varma as the antagonist.

Kritika Kamra, fresh from her wedding with Gaurav Kapur, is already back on set and gearing up for her series ‘Matka King’. she calls her marriage a natural next step with Gaurav, shares how emotional the day was, and reveals that they both prioritised work and returned to commitments soon after tying the knot.

Filmmaker Nagraj Manjule explores long-form storytelling with his OTT debut ‘Matka King’, inspired by ‘Game of Thrones’. Set in 1960s Bombay, the series follows a cotton trader navigating ambition and power. Moving beyond his usual themes, Manjule embraces creative risks while drawing from personal memories to shape this layered narrative.

The much-anticipated OTT series 'Matka King,' starring Vijay Varma and Kritika Kamra, has premiered, exploring Mumbai's 1960s gambling underworld. Directed by Nagraj Manjule, the show has garnered strong social media reactions, with many praising Varma's evolving performance. While some viewers find the narrative compelling, others suggest it could have been more tightly structured.

Friday's OTT hits (Apr 17, 2026): 'Matka King', 'Assi', 'Roommates', 'Ustaad Bhagat Singh', 'The Bride!', Alpha Males S5.

Vijay Varma steps into the role of Brij Bhatti in the highly anticipated web series 'Matka King,' which unfolds in the vibrant backdrop of 1960s Bombay. The freshly released trailer gives a glimpse into Bhatti's gripping journey from a humble laborer to a formidable gambling kingpin, delving into the depths of the underworld amidst the era’s societal changes. Read on to know more in detail.

Actor Vijay Varma drew parallels between his own arrival in Mumbai with limited possessions and his character Brij Bhatti in the upcoming series "Matka King." The series, set in 1960s Mumbai, follows Bhatti's rise as an enterprising cotton trader who creates a sensation with a new gambling system. Varma expressed his long-held dream of collaborating with director Nagraj Popatrao Manjule.

The famous director and screenwriter of the Marathi film industry, Nagraj Manjule has announced the title of his upcoming Marathi film 'Ghar Banduk Biryani' with a special video on the occasion of Dussehra.

Hemant Awtade's 'Ghar Banduk Biryani' starring Nagraj Manjule, Akash Tosar and Sayaji Shinde has already created a buzz on social media.

In the show, Aakash Thosar, Rinku Rajguru and Nagraj Manjule will share their experiences of working with legendary Bollywood star Amitabh Bachchan in the film Jhund. Aakasha and Rinku will also reminisce their memories of Sairat and how they have evolved over the years. It will also be a reunion for the 'Sairat' actors and director, their previous outing that earned them fame and recognition. They will also release the popular dance track of 'Jhund' on the show.

Vijay Varma's crime drama 'Matka King' is finally set for an April 2026 release after a year's delay. Filmed in June 2024, the series delves into the rise of the 'Matka' gambling system in 1960s Bombay. Director Nagraj Manjule's first period drama, it boasts a grand scope and complex historical backdrop, promising an authentic portrayal of the era.

With the #MeToo hitting the nation and Bollywood majorly, a lot of film personalities have bare the brunt of the movement.

Shrinivas Pokale who made his debut in Marathi cinema's with Nagraj Manjule's 'Naal' has garnered a lot of accolades for his character in the film. Earlier today, the 66th National Film awards were announced by Rahul Rawail, head of the Jury for feature films. Shrinivas has bagged National Award for best child artist for his debut film 'Naal'.

'Sairat' fame director, Nagraj Manjule has undoubtedly set a new trend with the kind of movies he has brought to us over the years. The director whose film has crossed the 100-crore mark has also bagged many National and international awards for the subjects he highlights in his movies.

Marathi film 'Fandry', the debut feature film of director Nagraj Manjule won five awards at the recently concluded Pune International Film Festival

After delivering a blockbuster like ‘Sairat’, Nagraj Manjule took on the reins of ‘Jhund’ starring Amitabh Bachchan. Thrilled to work with a stalwart like Big B, the filmmaker shares, “I did extensive research when this concept came to me. I met Vijay Barse ji and his students before writing the script. And when I narrated the story to Bachchan sir, he readily agreed. I never knew that one day I would make a film with Bachchan sir.”

Kaun Banega Crorepati's Marathi version Kon Honaar Crorepati is all set to entertain the viewers with its new season. Veteran actor Sachin Khedekar will host the show. The actor had also hosted the previous season of Kon Honaar Crorepati last year. Though he has been hosting the show for last two seasons, the quiz show had welcomed two other popular personalities as hosts in the past.

Marathi cinema's popular filmmaker Nagraj Manjule, who is well known for films like 'Sairat' and 'Fandry', is now all set to take the audience on a historical ride with his upcoming film 'The Shivaji Trilogy' starring Bollywood star Riteish Deshmukh.

Recently, Filmmaker Nagraj Manjule took to his Instagram handle to share a new poster of the film to announce a new release date of the film.