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"Scam 2003" is produced by in association with StudioNEXT (now known as Studio NEXT). The series is directed by Tushar Hiranandani ( Saand Ki Aankh ), with Hansal Mehta —the genius behind the franchise—serving as the co-director and showrunner. The screenplay was handled by a talented trio: Karan Vyas, Kiran Yadnyopavit, and Kedar Patankar. Visually, the show is brought to life by cinematographer Stanley Mudda, who successfully recreates the grimy texture of 1990s Mumbai.
Riar undergoes a complete physical transformation, capturing Telgi's distinct body language, his deceptive humility, and his sharp, calculating gaze. Whether he is desperately negotiating with an unyielding bureaucrat or confidently addressing a room full of corrupt officers, Riar brings a nuanced layering to the character. He balances the desperation of a common man trying to break through class barriers with the arrogance of an untouchable scam artist. ---Scam 2003- The Telgi Story -Season 1- Hindi DS...
The fraud was estimated at over ₹30,000 crores, far exceeding the magnitude of the 1992 Harshad Mehta scam.
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Starting with forging small-scale documents, Telgi identifies a systemic flaw in the government’s stamp paper distribution. The Modus Operandi: He acquires original printing machines and dyes from the Nashik Press and floods the market with authentic-looking fakes. The Web of Corruption:
A financial thriller requires a driving pulse, and the show delivers this through its background score. Utilizing variations of Achint Thakkar’s iconic, groovy theme music from the first franchise, the series instantly builds tension and high-stakes energy. Breakout Performances: Gagan Dev Riar’s Masterclass The series is directed by Tushar Hiranandani (
that chronicles the rise of Abdul Karim Telgi, the mastermind behind a massive ₹30,000 crore counterfeit stamp paper racket. Directed by Tushar Hiranandani with Hansal Mehta as showrunner, the series serves as a spiritual successor to the acclaimed Plot and Character Arc
The Telgi scam was one of the largest counterfeit currency rackets busted by the Indian authorities in 2003. Abdul Telgi, a 40-year-old counterfeiter from Karnataka, had mastered the art of printing high-quality fake currency notes, which were virtually indistinguishable from genuine RBI-issued notes. Telgi's operation was vast, with a network of associates and sympathizers across India, who helped him circulate the counterfeit currency.