It’s great to hear that “Scam 2003: The Telgi Story” has made its debut on SonyLIV on 1st September, providing viewers with a gripping narrative about one of India’s most notorious financial scandals. The Telgi Scam, orchestrated by Abdul Karim Telgi, indeed remains one of the most significant financial frauds in India’s history. This scam involved a massive counterfeit stamp paper operation that spanned two decades and resulted in a staggering loss of 30,000 crores.
All You Need to know about Scam 2003: The Telgi Story
The new web series on SonyLIV named Scam 2003: The Telgi Story is made on the success of “Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story” in 2020, this series continues its exploration of real-life accounts of significant frauds that have left a lasting impact on recent Indian history. This time, the story is on the twenty-year-long stamp paper fraud, also known as the Telgi Scam or Stamp Paper Scam, orchestrated by the infamous Abdul Karim Telgi.
In this enthralling series, actor Gagan Dev Riar embraces the challenging role of Abdul Karim Telgi, skillfully portraying the complex web of deception and intrigue that marked this scandal. Sanjay Singh, a diligent journalist and news reporter, originally unraveled the story behind the Telgi Scam. His Hindi book, “Reporter ki Diary,” stands as the primary source of inspiration for this series.
Directed by Tushar Hiranandani, “Scam 2003: The Telgi Story” boasts a talented ensemble cast, including Shashank Ketkar, Bharat Jadhav, Sana Amin Sheikh, Sameer Dharmadhikari, and Talat Aziz. Through their performances, they infuse depth and authenticity into this compelling narrative of financial fraud and journalistic perseverance.
Despite the initial excitement surrounding the series, SonyLIV opted for a strategic approach. Currently, only 5 episodes of “Scam 2003” are accessible to viewers on the platform. The creators decided to split the series into two parts, promising more suspense and revelations in the upcoming segments.
Release Date of Scam 2003 The Telgi Story Volume 2
If you’re eagerly looking forward to the rest of the “Scam 2003” episodes, you’ll have to wait patiently. Volume 2 is scheduled to start streaming in November 2023. In this upcoming part, viewers can anticipate 5 more episodes that will reveal the intricate details of the Telgi Scam. Although the exact release date for November hasn’t been announced, fans can expect another captivating narrative.
