Congratulations are in order for Gagan Dev Riar, who has won the Best Leading Male Performance award at the Asian Television Awards 2024 for his outstanding portrayal of Abdul Karim Telgi in Scam 2003: The Telgi Story. The series, based on the infamous stamp paper scam of the early 2000s, has earned widespread acclaim, with Riar's performance being a standout in this gripping biographical thriller.
The official handle of Applause Entertainment, the production company behind the show, extended warm congratulations to Riar, saying, “Signed, stamped, and delivered! Congratulations to @GaganDevRiar for this amazing win at the #AsianTelevisionAwards2024.” The tweet also acknowledged the talented team behind the series, including Tushar Hiranandani (director), Hansal Mehta (co-director), and other key collaborators.
Scam 2003: The Telgi Story, the second installment in the highly successful Scam franchise, delves into the true story of Abdul Karim Telgi, the mastermind behind the stamp paper scam. The show is based on the book Telgi Scam: Reporter's ki Diary by Sanjay Singh and offers an in-depth exploration of how Telgi’s operation duped the Indian government and business world. The series has been widely praised for its realistic portrayal of the scam and its characters, with Riar's portrayal of Telgi standing out as a masterclass in acting.
The cast of Scam 2003 includes Mukesh Tiwari, Sana Amin Sheikh, Bharat Jadhav, and Shaad Randhawa, who play pivotal roles in bringing the complex story to life. Riar’s nuanced performance as the protagonist has earned him critical acclaim, and this award at the Asian Television Awards further solidifies his talent and versatility as an actor.
Scam 2003 has garnered a significant following since its release on Sony LIV and is widely regarded as one of the best crime dramas in recent years. It is a fitting successor to Scam 1992, which was also a massive success.
Gagan Dev Riar’s win is well-deserved, and with more exciting projects on the horizon, the future looks bright for this talented actor. Fans and critics alike are eager to see what he brings to the screen next.