Thamma (2025) is the fifth and a highly anticipated installment in the growing Maddock Horror Comedy Universe (MHCU), a series known for seamlessly blending supernatural folklore with sharp humor and compelling narratives, following hits like Stree and Bhediya. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, this film ventures into the world of Indian vampire mythology, focusing on the forbidden romance between a human and a "betaal" (a type of vampiric creature). The story centers on Alok Goyal (Ayushmann Khurrana), a mild-mannered television reporter who fancies himself a brave journalist. His life takes a fantastical and dangerous turn when a misadventure strands him deep within a mysterious jungle. There, he encounters the enigmatic Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna), a powerful female betaal who breaks the ancient, strict laws of her kind to save him from a rogue bear and the bloodthirsty members of her own sect. Their subsequent journey and Alok's introduction of Tadaka to the civilised world set the stage for a unique horror-comedy. As their relationship deepens, Alok is unexpectedly drawn further into the betaal's world. After a near-fatal accident, Tadaka is forced to turn him into a betaal to save his life, transforming the mild reporter into a creature of the night. This supernatural clash is intensified by the presence of the ancient and malevolent betaal leader, Yakshasan (Nawazuddin Siddiqui), who has been imprisoned for 75 years. Tadaka's defiance and Alok's transformation threaten to unleash Yakshasan, forcing Alok to embrace his new, darker identity to save his beloved and, possibly, humanity from an ancient, bloodlust-driven threat. The film masterfully explores themes of identity, sacrifice, and forbidden love against a backdrop of stellar VFX, engaging storytelling, and the franchise's signature balance of horror and humor. CategoryDetailGenreRomantic Comedy Horror, SupernaturalRuntime149 - 150 minutes (Approx. 2 hours 30 minutes) Release Date (Theatrical)October 21, 2025 (Coinciding with Diwali)DirectorAditya SarpotdarProducersDinesh Vijan, Amar KaushikWriterNiren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew, Arun FularaI MDb Ranking6.4/10 (Based on early audience response) Country of OriginIndiaLanguageHindi, Telugu (Dubbed/Released in)Box OfficeEst. ₹187.44 crore Worldwide Gross (Reported as of December 2025)
