Thamma Lights Up Diwali 2025: Maddock’s Costliest Horror-Comedy with Ayushmann, Rashmika & Nawazuddin’s Yakshasan
Digital Desk
Diwali 2025 just got spookier and funnier! Thamma, the fifth instalment in Maddock Films’ Horror Comedy Universe, stormed theatres on October 21, 2025, blending vampire folklore, romance, and laugh-out-loud moments. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and a menacing Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Yakshasan, the film is already trending nationwide.
Record-Breaking Budget: ₹145 Crore Spectacle
Produced by Dinesh Vijan, Thamma clocks in at a staggering ₹145 crore—making it the most expensive film in Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The massive budget fuels jaw-dropping VFX sequences inspired by vampire mythology, shot across Delhi, Mumbai, and misty Ooty. From haunted havelis to neon-lit streets, every frame screams big-screen magic.
Star Power That Delivers
- Ayushmann Khurrana shines as the quirky everyman caught in supernatural chaos—early reviews hail it as his career-best.
- Rashmika Mandanna plays the fierce yet vulnerable love interest; fans want more screen time for her.
- Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Yakshasan is pure enigma: trickster, philosopher, and terrifying. “My kids are thrilled—I finally get to be the cool monster,” Nawazuddin quipped.
- Paresh Rawal steals scenes with impeccable comic timing.
Surprise cameos and a mind-blowing post-credit scene tease the next MHCU chapter—don’t leave early!
‘Tum Mere Na Huye’ – The Song Born in 72 Hours
Rashmika revealed the viral track was an impromptu masterpiece. “We wrapped a 12-day schedule at a stunning location when the team thought—why waste it? In just 3-4 days, choreography, costumes, and lights came together,” she shared. The romantic melody is now ruling Reels and playlists.
Box Office Buzz & Early Verdict
With Diwali holidays in full swing, Thamma opened to packed houses. Trade analysts predict a strong weekend, banking on Ayushmann’s streak, Maddock’s horror-comedy legacy (Stree, Bhediya, Munjya), and Nawazuddin’s chilling transformation.
Catch Thamma in cinemas now—perfect Diwali treat for horror fans, comedy lovers, and romance seekers. Book tickets before shows housefull!