Presented here is an article showcasing the Top 5 Real-Life Faces from Scam 1992, a web series that has gained widespread popularity and become one of the most-watched programs on an OTT platform. This series, centered around the largest stock market scam, has sparked extensive discussions.

Scam 1992, directed by Hansal Mehta, is a dramatic web series based on the 1992 Indian Stock Market Scam orchestrated by Harshad Mehta, a stockbroker. Comprising 10 episodes, the series gradually captivates its audience as they progress through the storyline. Let's take a closer look at the individuals portraying key roles in the scam and their real-life counterparts:

This acclaimed web series, adapted from the book 'The Scam: Who Won, Who Lost, Who Got Away, Scam 1992' authored by journalist Sucheta Dalal and Debashish Basu, stands out as one of the finest of the year.

1. Harshad Mehta

Harshad Mehta, recognized for his fearlessness and daring leaps, was an Indian stockbroker embroiled in various financial irregularities during the 1992 securities scams. Portrayed by Pratik Gandhi, the lead role captures Mehta's dynamic persona and his aspiration for success despite a mindset that embraces both failure and glory.

Moreover, an intriguing facet of his journey emerges. The Big Bull's trajectory commenced with a mere 40 rupees in his pocket, alongside a series of odd jobs. Hitting the bulls-eye is never facile; it often follows a string of failed attempts. He echoes this sentiment when questioned about success: "Failure ke baad ka naya chapter."

2. Sucheta Dalal

For the past 25 years, Sucheta Dalal has served as an Indian business journalist and author. Co-authoring the book "The Scam: Who Won, Who Lost, Who Got Away" with Debashis Basu, she received the Padma Shri for her journalistic endeavors in 2006. Amidst the 1992 Harshad Mehta scam, she worked with a prominent newspaper, unveiling the scam through investigations and reports published on April 23, 1992, in the columns of the Times of India.

She expanded her investigative prowess to unravel other cases like the Enron Scam, the Industrial Development Bank of India scam, and the Ketan Parekh scam in 2001. Shreya Dhanwanthary portrayed her role and also co-authored the book 'The Scam: Who Won, Who Lost, Who Got Away, Scam 1992.'

3. Ashwin Mehta

Hemant Kher embodies the character of Ashwin Mehta, Harshad's brother and a stockbroker in Harshad's firm. Recognized as Harshad's right-hand man, Ashwin exudes a quiet and prudent demeanor, preferring to maintain a low and intimidating profile. A lawyer by profession, he practices in the Supreme Court and the Mumbai High Court. He was an accomplice to his brother in orchestrating various fraudulent schemes, leading to their arrest by the CBI for malpractices involving over 90 companies.

4. Jyoti Mehta

Anjali Barot portrays Jyoti Mehta, Harshad Mehta's wife. In 2014, she reportedly sued a Mumbai-based doctor who owed 6 crores to Harshad since 1992. In 2019, she emerged victorious in the case, reclaiming the entire amount along with its accrued interest. Encouraging her husband during their conversations, she remarks, "Risk hai toh ishq hai."

5. Debasish Basu

As Sucheta Dalal's spouse and co-author of "The Scam: Who Won, Who Lost, Who Got Away," Debasish Basu played a pivotal role as a journalist investigating the 1992 Harshad Mehta Scam. Faisal Rashid portrayed him in the web series. Presently, he is the proprietor of MoneyLife, a biweekly investment magazine.