Thamma FIRST Review Out: Ayushmann Khurrana-Rashmika Mandanna Film Is 'Perfect Blend Of Humour And Horror'

Thamma first review: It looks like this Diwali is about to get a dose of horror, humour, and heart. Thamma, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, has already started creating a buzz — and the early reviews are in. As the film gears up for release on October 21, 2025, the first reactions suggest that the latest addition to Maddock Films’ horror-comedy universe might just be another winner.

“A total entertainer,” say early viewers

Senior film critic Taran Adarsh shared his first take on X after watching the film, giving it four stars. He wrote on X,“#MaddockFilms delivers yet another winner… A delicious cocktail of humour, supernatural, and romance… Takes a completely uncharted path as far as the plot goes… EXPECT

THE UNEXPECTED!”

#OneWordReview…#Thamma: TERRIFIC.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐️#MaddockFilms delivers yet another winner… A delicious cocktail of humour, supernatural, and romance… Takes a completely uncharted path as far as the plot goes… EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! #ThammaReview

Director… pic.twitter.com/hkMow8xkXt

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) October 19, 2025

Another viewer on X called Thamma “a total entertainer,” praising its mix of horror, comedy, and emotion.

“A blend of humour, horror, emotion, and desi folklore that keeps you hooked till the last frame. #AyushmannKhurrana delivers a career-best act — balancing fear & comedy like a pro. #RashmikaMandanna shines bright in a surprisingly powerful role. #NawazuddinSiddiqui is unpredictable and magnetic — pure gem! #PareshRawal adds charm with his impeccable comic timing. Music + background score = Electrifying. Direction by #AdityaSarpotdar proves why Maddock is the master of horror-comedy. Final Verdict: #Thamma is not just a movie, it’s an experience full of laughter, thrills, and twists you won’t see coming.”

Just Watched #Thamma
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️½ (4.5/5)
A total entertainer! A blend of humour, horror, emotion, and desi folklore that keeps you hooked till the last frame.#AyushmannKhurrana delivers a career-best act — balancing fear & comedy like a pro.
#RashmikaMandanna shines bright in a… pic.twitter.com/wwJt64B9nN

— Ravi Chaudhary (@BURN4DESIRE1) October 20, 2025

“A perfect Diwali gift”

A third early review was even more enthusiastic, giving the film a full five stars and calling it “a perfect high-energy Diwali gift.”

“Movie Review–#Thamma Waowww⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ It’s a film that leaves you thoroughly entertained and completely satisfied. The direction is simply superb, showing a masterful understanding of how to captivate the audience and make the picture look good to everyone. Every single character’s performance was top-notch. The entire star cast truly shines, with @ayushmannk & @iamRashmika delivering flawless and powerful roles. This is a film where every actor gives their absolute best. You absolutely must watch Thamma with your friends and family!”

Movie Review- #Thamma Waowww⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️it's a film that leaves you thoroughly entertained and completely satisfied.
The direction is simply superb, showing a masterful understanding of how to captivate the audience and make the picture look good to everyone.
Every single… pic.twitter.com/Df2SCECYBI

— Love.prem98 (@LPrem98) October 18, 2025

Thamma Advance Box Office Collection

Thamma has opened to strong advance booking numbers across India. The film has recorded an impressive Rs 3.21 crore gross from the sale of 1.13 lakh tickets on its first day, across 12,357 shows nationwide. In Hindi 2D format alone, it collected Rs 2.99 crore from over 1.07 lakh tickets, while IMAX 2D contributed Rs 11.68 lakh and 4DX brought in Rs 5.38 lakh. The Telugu version added another Rs 3.59 lakh. Including blocked seats, the film’s overall advance booking figure stands at a massive Rs 7.14 crore, signalling a strong opening ahead of release.

Will Shraddha Kapoor Have A Cameo In Thamma?

Ahead of the release, fans have been predicting a number of Maddock Horror Comedy Universe cameos but none of it has been revealed yet. In his latest interview, Ayushmann Khurrana said that there are about three to four cameos.

In an interaction with Pinkvilla, Ayushmann Khurrana and Nawazuddin Siddiqui were questioned about the cameos lined up for the film. Ayushmann noted “Aapko kya lag raha hai, kaun aa sakta hai? Hum toh bata nahi sakte, humein allowed nahi hai (What do you think? Who could appear? We can’t say because we’re not allowed to).”