Matka's first look poster starring Varun Tej unveiled, the actor is 'destined to dominate' in the upcoming thriller-drama

Varun Tej's portrayal of the legendary Ratan Khatri, the mastermind behind the Matka empire, is undoubtedly the highlight of the film.

The wait is finally over for Telugu star Varun Tej fans, as the makers and the star himself of the highly anticipated film, Matka, have unveiled the first glimpse of the actor, sending waves of excitement among the fans.

The newly released first-look poster of Varun Tej from Matka presents a striking image of the actor. Dressed in a sharp black suit, complete with a crisp white shirt and a crimson tie, Varun Tej exudes an air of authority and intensity. The actor shared the poster on X, and wrote in the caption, "From the depths of poverty to the pinnacle of power, Destined to dominate. In his world, every move is a gamble."

From the depths of poverty to the pinnacle of power,
Destined to dominate.
In his world, every move is a gamble. #MatkaFirstLook #MATKA@KKfilmmaker @Meenakshiioffl #NoraFatehi @gvprakash @kishorkumardop @VyraEnts @SRTMovies pic.twitter.com/fcUOmhzClM

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— Varun Tej Konidela (@IAmVarunTej) August 11, 2024

The presence of a cigar, stacks of cash, and a gun on the table hints at the gritty, crime-laden world of the film. The actor's serious demeanour further amplifies the anticipation for this period drama.

The makers of the much-awaited Telugu period crime drama, Matka, have finally unveiled the first look of the lead actor, Varun Tej. The film, which commenced production last year, has been generating significant buzz, and the release of the first look poster on August 11 has only heightened anticipation among fans.

The thrilling crime drama is set against the backdrop of the infamous Matka gambling era from 1958 to 1982, the movie promises to delve into the dark underworld of this illegal gambling racket.

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Varun Tej's portrayal of the legendary Ratan Khatri, the mastermind behind the Matka empire, is undoubtedly the highlight of the film. The actor's intense look in the first look poster hints at the complex and intriguing character he is set to embody.

Matka is helmed by director Karuna Kumar and actresses Meenakshi Chaudhary and Nora Fatehi are also set to play pivotal characters, adding further intrigue to this highly anticipated project.