Thama: Rashmika Mandanna, Ayushmann Khurrana Set For A Spooky Comedy Treat

Maddock Films is set to bring audiences “a bloody love story” with its latest addition to the acclaimed Horror-Comedy Universe. Starring Rashmika Mandanna and Ayushmann Khurrana in lead roles, Thama promises a fresh spin on the franchise by blending romance, supernatural intrigue, and humour in one captivating narrative.

Unlike its predecessors, which leaned heavily on horror and comedy, Thama places romance at its core, weaving it seamlessly with the eerie and the fantastical. Scheduled for release this Diwali, the film marks Maddock’s first vampire-infused romance.

Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar of Munjya fame, the film also features Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Paresh Rawal in prominent roles, with a special appearance by Malaika Arora in a dance sequence.

A Myth Meets Modern Fantasy

Interestingly, Thama was originally titled Vampires of Vijaynagar. Its new title is a nod to Ashwatthama, the immortal warrior from the Mahabharata, hinting at a storyline rich with mythological undertones, vengeance, and some supernatural elements.

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The teaser opens with Ayushmann’s character asking: “Will you be able to live without me for 100 years?” To which Rashmika’s character replies: “Not even for a moment.” The film brings together a stunning ensemble cast:

Ayushmann Khurrana as Alok – a historian on a quest to uncover the roots of vampirism in Indian folklore. His journey spans between present-day India and the grandeur of the ancient Vijayanagar kingdom.

Rashmika Mandanna as Tadaka – evocatively introduced as “roshni ki ek hi pehli kiran” (the very first ray of light).

Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Yakshasan – “Andhere ka badshah” (King of Darkness).

Paresh Rawal as Mr. Ram Bajaj Goyal – “Jo hamesha comedy mein tragedy dhoondhte hain” (the one who always finds tragedy in comedy).

With a stellar cast, stunning VFX, and a Diwali 2025 release, Maddock is poised to bring a haunting yet heartfelt cinematic experience to the big screen through World of Thama.

The Maddock Horror-Comedy Universe already boasts a stellar lineup, including Rajkummar Rao and Shraddha Kapoor’sStree (1 & 2), Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon’sBhediya, and Abhay Verma and Sharvari Wagh’s Munjya.