Unraveling the Empire: Hansal Mehta and Siddharth Bodke Bring "Scam 2010" to Life on SonyLIV

Prepare for an enthralling dive into the world of corporate power plays and financial misdeeds with the unveiling of the first look at the highly anticipated series, "Scam 2010." Directed by the visionary Hansal Mehta and starring the talented Siddharth Bodke, this riveting production hails from Birla Studios and Applause Entertainment for SonyLIV. Based on Tamal Bandyopadhyay's book "Sahara: The Untold Story," "Scam 2010" weaves a gripping tale around Subrata Roy, the enigmatic business magnate behind Sahara India Pariwar, which operates across numerous sectors including finance, real estate, and media. In the early 2000s, Roy found himself embroiled in a series of financial scandals, culminating in his arrest in 2014. Tragically, he passed away in 2023. While legal challenges from Sahara India Pariwar were initially raised following the announcement of the series in May 2025, Gaurav Banerjee, CEO of Sony Pictures Networks India, confirmed that "I believe so," any disputes have been resolved. "Scam 2010" marks the third installment in a gripping Indian financial scandals franchise, following the critically acclaimed "Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story" and "Scam 2003: The Telgi Story." Mehta, who helmed the original "Scam 1992" and returns for this installment, shared his vision: "‘Scam 2010’ is a captivating exploration of ambition, influence, and the arrogance that often accompanies success. It delves into the meteoric rise of one of India's largest business empires and the fallout when belief was no longer enough. This series offers an intimate portrayal of a compelling saga – the rise of an empire and the man who mistook it for invincibility." Bodke, stepping into the lead role, expressed his excitement: "I was captivated by the intricacies of the character's personality and the magnitude of the series. His passions, power, flaws, rise, and eventual downfall make him an incredibly riveting character to portray. Working under Hansal Mehta's guidance has been a career highlight for me, and I am relishing the opportunity to bring such a multifaceted character to life." Deepak Segal, chief content officer at Applause Entertainment, commented on the series' significance: "The 'Scam' franchise has become more than just a series for us. ‘Scam 1992’ made its mark during the nascent stages of India's streaming landscape and quickly became one of the most beloved and culturally resonant shows to emerge from our nation. With ‘Scam 2010,’ we are pushing the boundaries even further. The return of Hansal Mehta adds an extra layer of anticipation, as his ability to transform real-life events into emotionally charged narratives is one of the reasons this franchise has struck such a chord with audiences." Currently in production, "Scam 2010" will stream exclusively on SonyLIV and marks part of an extensive slate revealed on Monday. Get ready to experience the thrilling unraveling of another financial scandal that rocked India!