Scam 2003: The Telgi Story

Scam 2003: The Telgi Story” is the second installment in SonyLIV’s acclaimed “Scam” series, following the massive success of “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story.” This biographical financial thriller unravels the shocking tale of Abdul Karim Telgi, a man who engineered one of India’s largest financial scams—the ₹30,000 crore stamp paper counterfeit operation.

The story begins with Telgi’s humble origins as a fruit seller in Khanapur, Karnataka. Driven by ambition, Telgi delves into the world of forgery, exploiting systemic loopholes to manufacture and distribute fake stamp papers on an unimaginable scale. With the help of a network involving corrupt officials and powerful allies, he creates a sprawling empire that shakes the nation to its core.

As law enforcement agencies close in, the narrative unfolds the meticulous planning and audacity behind the scam, while shedding light on systemic corruption and Telgi’s personal journey. The series captures the gripping drama of a man who dared to challenge the system, but ultimately faced its wrath.

Series Overview:

🎭 Key Cast:

Gagan Dev Riar, Mukesh Tiwari, Dinesh Lal Yadav, Sana Amin Sheikh, Sameer Dharmadhikari, Nandu Madhav, Bharat Dabholkar, Talat Aziz, Vivek Mishra, Hemang Vyas, Nikhil Ratnaparkhi, Shashank Ketkar, Nivedita Bhargava, Abhinay Bansod

🎥 Where to Watch:

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❓ FAQs

Q1: Is “Scam 2003” a sequel to “Scam 1992”?
A1: Yes, it is the second installment in the “Scam” series but focuses on a different financial scandal.

Q2: Is the series based on a book?
A2: Yes, it is inspired by the book “Reporter Ki Diary” by journalist Sanjay Singh.

Q3: How accurate is the depiction of the Telgi scam?
A3: While dramatized for storytelling, the series adheres to the core events of the real-life scam.

Q4: How many episodes are in “Scam 2003”?
A4: The series has 10 episodes.