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Scam 2003 - The Telgi Story

  • TV Series
  • 2023
  • 44m
IMDb RATING
7.9/10
11K
YOUR RATING
Scam 2003 - The Telgi Story (2023)
Watch Trailer Season 1 [OV]
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BiographyCrimeDramaThriller

Born in Khanapur in Karnataka, Telgi became the mastermind behind one of the most ingenious schemes in Indian history that spread across multiple states and shook the entire country.Born in Khanapur in Karnataka, Telgi became the mastermind behind one of the most ingenious schemes in Indian history that spread across multiple states and shook the entire country.Born in Khanapur in Karnataka, Telgi became the mastermind behind one of the most ingenious schemes in Indian history that spread across multiple states and shook the entire country.

  • Stars
    • Gagandev Riar
    • Kirandeep Kaur Sran
    • Girish Sharma
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    11K
    YOUR RATING
    • Stars
      • Gagandev Riar
      • Kirandeep Kaur Sran
      • Girish Sharma
    • 46User reviews
    • 11Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 7 wins & 9 nominations total

    Episodes10

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    Videos3

    Scam 2003 - Volume 2 Trailer
    Clip 1:36
    Scam 2003 - Volume 2 Trailer
    Scam 2003 - The Telgi Story | Official Trailer | Applause Entertainment | Hansal
    Clip 1:31
    Scam 2003 - The Telgi Story | Official Trailer | Applause Entertainment | Hansal
    Scam 2003 - The Telgi Story | Official Trailer | Applause Entertainment | Hansal
    Clip 1:31
    Scam 2003 - The Telgi Story | Official Trailer | Applause Entertainment | Hansal
    Trailer Season 1 [OV]
    Trailer 1:41
    Trailer Season 1 [OV]

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    Gagandev Riar
    Gagandev Riar
    • Abdul Karim Telgi
    • 2023
    Kirandeep Kaur Sran
    • Parwin
    • 2023
    Girish Sharma
    Girish Sharma
    • Inspector Tiwari
    • 2023
    Mukesh Tiwari
    Mukesh Tiwari
    • Suryapratap Gehlot
    • 2023
    Dinesh Lal Yadav
    Dinesh Lal Yadav
    • Pramod Jaisingh
    • 2023
    Sana Amin Sheikh
    Sana Amin Sheikh
    • Nafisa
    • 2023
    Komal Chhabria
    Komal Chhabria
    • DGP Priya Johar
    • 2023
    Iravati Harshe
    Iravati Harshe
    • DCP Malti Halani
    • 2023
    Ravi Kumar
    • DCP Kamal
    • 2023
    Aman Verma
    Aman Verma
    • CP Jagdish Suri
    • 2023
    Bharat Jadhav
    Bharat Jadhav
    • Sunil Rawat
    • 2023
    Pankaj Berry
    Pankaj Berry
    • Purshottam Pant (Mumbai SIT)
    • 2023
    Kiran Karmarkar
    Kiran Karmarkar
    • More
    • 2023
    Deepak Qazir
    Deepak Qazir
    • Ashok Valve (Mumbai SIT)
    • 2023
    Nikhil Ratnaparkhi
    Nikhil Ratnaparkhi
    • Ganesh Kamble
    • 2023
    Sameer Dharmadhikari
    Sameer Dharmadhikari
    • Tukaram
    • 2023
    Bharat Dabholkar
    Bharat Dabholkar
    • Jadhav
    • 2023
    Bhavana Balsawar
    Bhavana Balsawar
    • Garima Talpade
    • 2023
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    User reviews46

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    9prateekpahujapp

    Different and Equally Enjoyable

    Takes its time to get build up, but quickly gets seriously interesting how the story unfolds.

    Mr Gagan has done compelling role and has given full justice to the character, which is not quite easy to portray.

    The persona of the protagonist is top notch and is gradually evolved during the series.

    Not to be compared with Scam 1 as both the stories are completely different. However, full marks to the actor for his brilliant and honest portrayal of the Telgi.

    Specially the last confession was totally unexpected and made the closure perfect and great.

    Concludes on a very Genuine note.

    Well done !!
    8Vucko130

    A Must-Watch for Fans of Crime Dramas and Financial Thrillers

    The Telgi Story is a gripping, suspenseful, and eye-opening drama that tells the true story of Abdul Karim Telgi, the mastermind behind India's biggest counterfeiting scam. The series is well-made and well-acted, with Gagan Dev Riar giving a star-making turn as Telgi.

    The series begins with Telgi's humble beginnings as a small-time salesman. He is a hustler and a dreamer, and he sees an opportunity to make a fortune by counterfeiting stamp paper. He sets up a complex operation and begins to print millions of rupees worth of fake stamps.

    At first, Telgi's scam goes undetected. But as he gets more and more ambitious, he starts to attract attention from the authorities. The series follows the cat-and-mouse game between Telgi and the police, as they try to outwit each other.

    Scam 2003 is a fascinating and cautionary tale about the dangers of greed and corruption. It is also a reminder that even the most elaborate scams can eventually be brought down.
    10sridevshenoy

    ONE MAN SHOW

    In Sir Gagan Dev Riar, we find a true powerhouse of talent who single-handedly elevates this show to remarkable heights. "Proper scam show" indeed, as it offers an exhilarating experience from start to finish. Both the prequel and sequel deserve a solid 9/10 rating, showcasing consistency in their quality.

    Gagan sir's performance as TELGI is a standout, as he effortlessly transitions between portraying a kind-hearted character and a formidable villain. His ability to convey both these contrasting personas with finesse adds depth to the narrative. Throughout the five episodes, I found myself thoroughly engaged.

    The show's captivating allure is evident right from the first 10 minutes, which skillfully hooks the viewer, compelling them to continue watching. However, it's worth noting that when streaming on the SonyLiv mobile app, there were occasional issues with buffering. Fortunately, the website version provided a smoother viewing experience.

    In summary, Sir Gagan Dev Riar's commendable performance, coupled with the show's gripping storyline, makes it a must-watch. Whether you're a fan of his acting prowess or simply enjoy thrilling narratives, this show delivers on all fronts.
    6lemonsodabuzz

    Entertaning but not satisfying

    We can all agree that it is hard to top something like Scam 1992, but this show unfortunately does not meet those standards.

    Don't get me wrong, I was quite entertained throughout and was keen to watch the next episode by the end of each one, but there was a different feeling when watching 1992.

    The show starts well, with a story that is quite simple to follow, not very technically, but it becomes just political by some point.

    1992 was able to balance the scam, politics, and media well together, but this felt off, and the filmy dialogues in this series just remind you of Bhushan Bhatt, tbh.

    I don't feel like we see the lavish aspect of the main character when he gets success, unlike Harshad, who got a very expensive high-rise. Nor do I feel the downfall; it just feels meh.

    The timeline is kind of all over the place, jumping years just like that didn't really work.

    The characters get you thinking who is who, and I'm not convinced by their relationships, unlike 1992, where we can see actual chemistry.

    But we can agree that they don't really show much about the scam; they just focus on politics, which isn't that interesting at some point.

    See, it was entertaining to watch the show, no doubt, but it doesn't stick with you. Rewatchability is low, unlike 1992, where there isn't much memorable in terms of dialogues.

    The environemnt, doesnt really do justice - i forget where i am in the show in terms of location because they dont really give time to showcase the scenery or landmarks.

    Sure the scam amount is very large but it doesnt feel "big" enough. 500 cores feels much bigger than it is.

    For those who watched 1992, I still recommend you watch this, but you won't get the same satisfaction.
    7wIseviveQ

    They should have released complete series!

    The series is good but not as awesome as Scam 1992. I like acting and characters very much but story is not attractive as scam 1992.

    And they did not released it fully. Have to wait for they second half which is worst mistake. I always hate when OTT make us wait for new episode.

    The dialogue are not that feel like real and they showed the Telgi character much over confident like he knows everything going to work. It was like little far away from real human nature.

    Overall I like the series and but only giving it 7 stars because I have to wait for the next half which I hate the most. Cheers!

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      Mahesh Bhatt's 2004 shelved production based on Abdul Karim Telgi, directed by Pooja Bhatt, was to star Irrfan Khan.

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    • Release date
      • September 1, 2023 (India)
    • Country of origin
      • India
    • Official sites
      • SonyLiv
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    • Language
      • Hindi
    • Also known as
      • Scam 2003
    • Filming locations
      • Film City, Goregaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
    • Production companies
      • Applause Entertainment Ltd.
      • Studio Next
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      • 16:9 HD

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