8.1/10 Critic’s Verdict: “Gagan Dev Riar delivers a performance that makes your skin crawl. It is uncomfortable, brilliant, and necessary viewing.”

Gagan Dev Riar’s transformation into Telgi—his lisp, body language, and raw ambition—is the show's backbone.

The scam gained attention after a series of investigations by law enforcement agencies. It was discovered that Telgi and his associates had managed to infiltrate the government systems to the extent that they could produce high-quality counterfeit stamps. The investigation revealed that several government officials and influential individuals were involved in or turned a blind eye to the scam.

is the second installment in the critically acclaimed Scam franchise, following the massive success of Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story . The series premiered its first five episodes on September 1, 2023 , with the remaining five following on November 3, 2023 , exclusively on Sony LIV . Series Overview

"Scam 2003: The Telgi Story" is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language crime drama film directed by Hansal Mehta. The movie is based on the true story of Abdul Ghaffar Khan, also known as Telgi, who was involved in a major stamp paper scam in the 2000s.

(approximately $2.4 billion to $4 billion). The narrative highlights how Telgi exploited systemic corruption, involving police officers and government employees to sustain his illegal empire for over a decade. Production and Cast The series is helmed by creative director Hansal Mehta and directed by Tushar Hiranandani